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Published: 5:17 pm April 8, 2020
Updated: 12:00 am March 8, 2026
£750 million pot for frontline charities across the UK – including hospices and those supporting domestic abuse victims – UKNIP

Charities across the UK will receive a £750 million package of support to ensure they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus outbreak, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced today (Wednesday 8 April).

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Tens of thousands of charities providing vital services will benefit from direct cash grants to ensure they can meet increased demand as a result of the virus as well as continuing their day-to-day activities supporting those in need.

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