The UK Government has confirmed that it is working to finalise the details of the £400 Energy Bill Support Scheme Alternative Funding for people without a direct relationship with their electricity supplier.
This includes people who live in park homes, houseboats, off-grid and care homes, or pay their energy bills as part of all-inclusive rent directly to their landlord.
Last month, the UK Government said it will be publishing details on eligibility and opening a portal on GOV.UK, offering a "short online application process" for eligible households to apply for the £400 support.
The money is currently providing a £67 monthly discount for an estimated 29million households across Great Britain and is due to come to an end in March.
Climate Minister Graham Stuart MP said that “eligibility, timescales and method of delivery” will be announced “shortly”. Mr Stuart gave the update in a written response shortly before Christmas.
He said: “The Government is working to finalise the details of the Energy Bill Support Scheme Alternative Funding and have the process up and running for applications this winter. Eligibility, timescales and method of delivery will be announced shortly.”
A helpline will be available for those unable to apply online. Applications will be validated, and payments processed by the relevant local authority. The £400 government credit will be paid this winter to all eligible households who apply.
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