Hammersmith and Fulham Council has launched a Crisis Prevention Fund for residents struggling with the cost-of-living.

The one-off monetary awards will help households meet day-to-day essential living expenses like food, gas and electricity bills.

Those in severe financial hardship or who need immediate help and have no other source of financial support will be eligible.

Households can apply for up to three payments, totalling £900, until the end of March next year.