Thousands of households can apply for cost of living cash worth £300

THOUSANDS of households can cash in on a free £300 payment to help with the cost of living.

It comes as part of the Household Support Fund (HSF) where cash is distributed across the UK to support vulnerable families.

The Household Support Fund helps low-income Brits pay their way with free cash and vouchersAlamy

Blackpool Council is one of multiple areas where you can now sign up for the scheme.

The area initiative is funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).