Leader’s appeal to continue support to the vulnerable

The borough has had millions of pounds from central government to use on support for the vulnerable since the scheme started more than two years ago.

Recently, in the Autumn Statement, the Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt made no reference to the scheme, of which the fourth round runs to April 1, 2024.

The leader of Bolton Council, Nick Peel, as well as colleagues including Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham, Greater…