FSM Easter Holiday Payment

The Government's Household Support Fund (HSF) comes to an end on 31 March 2026 (this is the funding the Free School Meal holiday payments are funded from).  This will be replaced by a new Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF).

This change means that families who currently receive holiday food vouchers, through the HSF scheme, will receive their last vouchers in March. The Government has advised that under the new Crisis and Resilience Fund, there is no provision for automatic Free School Meal holiday vouchers in holidays from 1 April 2026.

The Easter Free School Meal payment will cover two days (30 and 31 March), with a total payment of £5 for every eligible child. 

Wiltshire Council is working with Wiltshire Citizens Advice Team to help families who may be struggling.  Parents/carers who need help can complete the online form: citizensadvicewiltshire.org.uk and a member of the team will contact them to discuss their situation and provide support

FUEL continues to provide eligible children with free access to enriching activities, nutritious meals and healthy eating information during the holidays FUEL programme - Wiltshire Council