Energy Bills Impact on Disabled People 2023-03-08
2023-03-08
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The question arises from concerns about the impact of rising energy costs on disabled individuals, a vulnerable group facing unique challenges in accessing financial support.
Whether she has had recent discussions with her Cabinet colleagues on the impact of energy bills on disabled people. The Department is talking to a range of stakeholders to assess evidence and options for a more targeted approach to consumer protection from April 2024.
The Department is talking to a range of stakeholders to assess evidence and options for a more targeted approach to consumer protection from April 2024.
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Specific discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the impact of energy bills on disabled people were not addressed
Talking About Stakeholder Engagement Without Addressing Specific Cabinet Discussions
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Q2
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More than 200,000 disabled households have lost out on the £150 warm home discount scheme due to a change in eligibility criteria. This affects individuals who require additional energy for medical equipment and heating their homes.
Disabled households lost out on the £150 warm home discount scheme due to changes in eligibility criteria, affecting more than 200,000 people including those in North Shropshire. Disabled people often need extra energy costs for specialist equipment and warmer homes. With no appeals process available, will the Minister review this issue and work with Members next year?
The Government have been committed to supporting disabled people—a whole range of people—in the cost of living crisis. As I have mentioned, we will be meeting and discussing it.
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Assessment & feedback
Specific review of the eligibility criteria for the warm home discount scheme was not addressed
Acknowledging Support For Disabled People Without Providing Specific Plans To Address The Issue
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