• This provides a one-off discount of £150 via your energy supplier if they’re part of the scheme and you or your partner are getting the ‘Guarantee Credit element’ of Pension Credit
• This discount is automatically applied if you're eligible directly to your energy bill.
• You can find out more on the government’s Warm Home Discount Scheme website and from Ofgem – the independent energy regulator

• If you were born before 22 September 1959 you could get between £100 and £300 to help you pay your heating bills for winter 2025 to 2026. This is known as a ‘Winter Fuel Payment’.

• Most people get the payment automatically. If you’re unsure you can call the helpline on 0800 731 0160

The government has set aside a billion pounds in a fund for people who need extra assistance with essentials like food, energy and clothing. To access the fund, you need to apply directly to your local council