Around six million households will benefit from the £150 Warm Home Discount each winter through to the end of the decade, according to Energy Secretary Ed Miliband. The scheme aims to provide financial support to help with energy costs during colder months.
The government has committed to maintaining the discount at this level to assist vulnerable and low-income households in managing their heating bills over the coming years.
**Why this matters**
The Warm Home Discount helps reduce the financial burden of energy expenses for millions of households, particularly during winter. Continuing the payment until 2030 offers long-term support amid rising energy prices and economic uncertainty. This measure is intended to improve energy affordability and prevent fuel poverty.
Source: NewsData