The Welsh Government has announced it is extending its fuel support scheme meaning 400,000 households in Wales are set to get £200 towards keeping their homes warm this autumn and winter. The idea is to provide people with support over the winter as the cost of living crisis escalates.
Previously around 166,000 households on universal credit, legacy means-tested benefit, and working tax credits benefited from the £200. However this has now been expanded so more groups are eligible. Those claiming the following payments will now be eligible for the scheme:
Child tax credits
Pension credits
Disability benefits
Carers allowance
Contributory benefits such as jobseeker's allowance and employment and support allowance (ESA)
Those receiving help from the council tax reduction scheme
