National Energy Action
The Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology has expressed disappointment over the lack of sector-wide measures in response to the Spring Statement
Ofgem’s announcement of a 12% drop in energy bills for April to June is welcomed, but National Energy Action warns that six million UK households will still face fuel poverty
New official statistics from the UK government reveal that 3.17 million households in England are in fuel poverty, a figure virtually unchanged from 2022
A new report emphasises the risk of poorer households paying £480 more annually for energy
National Energy Action has highlighted the dangers of underheated homes, emphasizing the risks faced by prepayment meter customers, who have been hit hard by soaring energy bills
A new report indicates that 25% of English councils are not enforcing legal energy efficiency standards for private rentals
Organisations have emphasised the need for targeted government support and the importance of long term measures to mitigate rising energy costs
Chancellor’s Autumn Statement faces criticism about geographical-based bill relief and perceived shortcomings in addressing fuel poverty
The government’s reported offer of £1,000 for allowing pylons in residential areas sparks controversy, with critics highlighting concerns about geographical disparities in assistance
A charity is urging vulnerable households not to miss out on crucial energy bill support as the Warm Home Discount scheme opens for applications