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Worried about energy bills?

The Government has announced that support is available to help with rising energy bills and increases.

Ofgem are offering practical advice and information for households that are having difficulties with their gas and electric bills. They also provide information about the Priority Services Register, which is a free support service to help people in vulnerable situations.

There are also some grants you can apply for to help with energy efficiency in your home:

Boiler Upgrade Scheme

The Government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers grants to help with the upfront cost of low carbon heating. The scheme is open to homes and small non domestic properties.

Check if you are eligible

Great British Insulation Scheme

The Great British Insulation Scheme, previously known as ECO+, funds insulation measures in the home.

Check if you are eligible

Warm Home Discount Scheme

The Warm Home Discount Scheme is a one-off £150 discount off your electricity bill, if you are eligible.

You may be able to get a discount on your gas bill instead of your electricity bill if your supplier provides you with both gas and electricity.

Check if you are eligible

 

ECO4 Scheme

The ECO4 Scheme is a UK government initiative dedicated to enhancing home energy efficiency, reducing emissions, electricity usage, and energy bills across Great Britain. If offers free grants for energy-saving measures like insulation, heating upgrades, and renewable energy installations like solar panels and heat pumps.

Check if you are eligible

 

Warm Homes: Local Grant

The Warm Homes: Local Grant (WHLG) is a government initiative to improve energy efficiency and reducing energy bills in low-income households across England.

Find out more information on the Warm Homes Local Grant

South East London Community Energy (SELCE)

South East London Community Energy (SELCE) has trained advisors who can support anyone who is struggling with bills or energy debt.

SELCE offers independent advice on reducing your bills and paying less for your electricity and gas. Home visits can be arranged to give extra support should you need it, where they can suggest ways to make your home more energy efficient.

The advisors can contact energy companies on your behalf and give you guidance for obtaining extra financial help, and on how to apply for discounts and grants. You can contact SELCE on: