People have been urged to apply for a £400 discount off their energy bills ahead of an upcoming deadline. Millions of households have been getting £400 off their gas and electric bills in recent months as part of a government package aimed at easing the cost of living crisis.
For most households the scheme has already ended with many direct debit and prepayment meter customers receiving the money in instalments over six months between October and March or via redeemable vouchers. Anyone who received the discount via vouchers must redeem them by June 30, 2023.
However in some cases households may not have had the discount automatically. Those who pay for energy through a landlord, housing manager, or site owner or live in a park home, houseboat, or off-grid are also entitled to the discount but have to apply via a different scheme. This could also apply to those who pay care fees in a care home or support accommodation. The deadline to apply for this is approaching so be sure not to miss out.
