A one-off payment worth £650 is being awarded to those who claim certain means-tested benefits, including Universal Credit and Tax Credits. There is a £150 payment being made to those who claim certain disability benefits and £300 for pensioners in receipt of Winter Fuel Payments

Every Home will receive £400 off their energy bills, spread out over six months from October. This money will be applied to your energy bills.

Check your energy bill carefully!

You should also read your energy bill carefully to make sure you are not being overcharged. If there is a sudden increase or decrease but you have not change dour usage, get in touch with your supplier.’

Turn the thermostat down!

Turning down your thermostat by just one degree could save you around 10% on your energy bill, and you should not feel much difference. The ideal temperature range to set your thermostat to is 18 to 21 degrees.

Speak to Your Energy Provider

If you are struggling to pay your energy bills, don’t bury your head in the sand, speak to your energy provider as soon as possible, See what tailored support they have available to you. For example, they might be able to offer a payment plan. It is also worth asking your energy supplier if you are definitely on their cheapest deal. Ask as well what customer-only deals they have.

Pay your energy bills by direct debit

Direct debit tends to be the cheapest way to pay your energy bills – and it means you know exactly how much is coming out of your bank each month. However, direct debits are based on the amount your energy supplier thinks you will use over the year, so if they are wrong, then you could end up over paying.