‘Government energy bill support crucial to avert household crisis’

The Fuel Bank Foundation stresses the urgent necessity for government assistance to relieve financial strain on households unable to cover prepayment gas and electricity meter top ups

Government’s fund offers help for winter bills

Families facing challenges with energy bills are urged to approach their council for assistance through the Household Support Fund

Cach boost: £299 for millions

Millions of households receiving Universal Credit and various benefits are in line for a tax-free £299 cost of living payment

Vulnerable households urged to access energy support

A charity is urging vulnerable households not to miss out on crucial energy bill support as the Warm Home Discount scheme opens for applications

Claire Coutinho takes on role of Energy Security Secretary

Education Minister Claire Coutinho has been appointed Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary, known for past advisory role at the Treasury under Rishi Sunak

‘Over 130 sewage leaks detected in government buildings within a year’

Most of these incidents, totalling 138, took place at Ministry of Defence facilities, according to a new report

‘Technical glitch’ delays NI government support payment for energy bills

One-off £200 payments will be delayed by one day, Communities Minister has confirmed

Work and Pensions Secretary slams energy standing orders

Therese Coffey said that some energy suppliers use customers as “their cash flow”

Council delivers vouchers to ease pain of soaring energy bills

Residents in Essex will receive a £200 voucher to help them with utility bills

More than 1.4m households eligible for cold weather payment due to Storm Darcy

Eligible households are able to apply for £25 in financial aid