Expanded energy bill discount scheme under way
Between now and March, £150 will automatically be taken off electricity bills by the vast majority of energy suppliers for anyone who is eligible. Those on prepayment meters may receive vouchers.
The second of these groups has been reassessed and was part of a government consultation but charities have said that the results could leave thousands of people in serious difficulty. That is because Disability Living Allowance and Personal Independence Payments are no longer qualifying benefits. People on low incomes, who do not receive means-tested benefits and who live in smaller, newer, houses, will also be among those losing out.
"Life costs a lot more when you're disabled. The government needs to provide more direct financial support now, not less, so disabled people don't freeze and starve this winter," he warned.
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