Thousands of households may qualify for £300 in winter energy assistance. Blackpool Council is providing this support through its Household Support Fund to eligible households. The council is offering £200 to households of one or two people, and £300 to households of three or more individuals. To access the aid, applicants must demonstrate financial hardship and submit recent bank statements for all household members.
Applicants do not need to receive Universal Credit or other benefits to apply for the fund, but they can only receive one award per year. The payment is sent directly to the energy provider as a credit on the bill or pre-payment meter. Residents can apply through the Blackpool Council website. Other councils, such as Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council and City of York Council, are also providing financial assistance to eligible residents.
For instance, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is distributing £120 worth of vouchers to qualifying residents. City of York Council is offering one-off £100 payments to individuals receiving assistance with their council tax. Portsmouth City Council is granting £150 to single-person households and £200 to couples or families meeting income eligibility criteria.
Residents should check with their local council to explore available support through the Household Support Fund tailored to their region.
