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Energy Schemes Update
19 December 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
At a Glance
Issue Summary
Graham Stuart is updating on support schemes for households affected by high energy costs, including alternative funding for those without a direct electricity account and a bespoke scheme for Northern Ireland.
Action Requested
The government will publish details of the eligibility criteria and open an online application portal in January for Alternative Funding. Payments of £400 will be made to eligible households this winter. In Northern Ireland, a separate Energy Bills Support Scheme with a £600 payment per household will commence from January through electricity suppliers.
Key Facts
- The government's scheme provides a £400 discount on electricity bills for Great Britain households.
- The Alternative Funding process benefits those without a direct relationship with an energy supplier, including park home and caravan residents, tenants in certain types of rented homes, farmers living off-grid, and more.
- Northern Ireland will receive a bespoke Energy Bills Support Scheme with £600 payments per household (£400 for the Energy Bill Support Scheme and £200 for the Alternative Fuel Payment).
- Payments to eligible households without direct electricity accounts in Great Britain will start this winter after applying through an online portal or helpline.
- Northern Ireland energy suppliers are expected to suspend debt recovery until January.
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