MT Week - How to get help with your energy bill

One of the big changes announced in the Autumn 2024 Budget was the rules around Winter Fuel Payment for pensioners.

From winter 2024/2025, households in England and Wales will not be entitled to this extra financial support unless they receive Pension Credit or certain other means-tested benefits.

Some people are understandably worried about what this will mean given the Energy Price Cap has once again gone up.

The good news is that there are other ways to get extra financial support if you need it.

Here are some of the annual schemes offering financial help to those struggling with their energy bill.