The Department for Communities has launched a consultation on changes proposed to the Discretionary Support Scheme. Discretionary Support provides support to people facing extreme, exceptional or crisis situations and is an important area of support for many low-income women. Siobhán will be making a response to this consultation. If you wish to contribute please contact Siobhán as soon as possible at policy@wsn.org.uk
The deadline for responses to this consultation is 2nd December 2026 and the consultation is available to read here:
