‘Workaround’ sought to ensure NI consumers will not miss out on £400 energy support

A “workaround” is being sought to ensure that people in Northern Ireland do not miss out on a £400 payment in the autumn to help with energy costs because there is no functioning government, a Stormont minister has said.

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey is set to have discussions with Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi on Wednesday over how the scheme can be extended to Northern Ireland.