Local Government Reorganisation
Hart District Council will join with Basingstoke and Deane and Rushmoor Borough Councils to form one unitary authority for north Hampshire from April 2028
Other food support
Information on food vouchers and free meals for children
Food voucher scheme
The Household Support Fund allocates vouchers to households facing financial hardship for essentials such as food, energy, and other necessary household items.
- The fund will run until 31 March 2026, delivering targeted support through various initiatives.
- For households in receipt of Council Tax Support and/or Housing Benefit
- Individuals can access help from the Household Support Fund if they cannot afford essentials like energy bills and food.
Distribution and enquiries about the allocated vouchers have been contracted out to Evouchers.
Email: support@evouchers.com
Help Centre: help.evouchers.com
The Holiday Activities and Food Programme
A Department for Education initiative that provides free activities and food for children aged from four to 16 during the Easter, summer and Christmas holidays. All children in Hampshire who receive free school meals can take part in the sessions.
Go to the Holiday Activities and Food Programme
Free school meals
Eligible children at a state school in reception, year 1 or year 2 are entitled to free school meals. Some older children are also eligible for a free school meal.