Households in England, Scotland, and Wales will face a 77% increase in energy costs, with average expenses reaching £1,849. By mid-2025, the total added cost could hit £3,039 due to inflation. To address this, the government is expanding the Warm Home Discount scheme and improving debt relief for vulnerable households. Campaigners are pushing for £13.2 billion in further support amidst industry profits, questioning the sustainability of funding such programs through energy bills given the current economic climate.
Ministers have announced that the Warm Home Discount scheme will be expanded from winter 2025/26 to help an additional three million households affected by rising energy costs.
Simon Francis from the End Fuel Poverty Coalition emphasized the need for government support, asserting that vulnerable households are struggling with energy costs and calling for £13.2 billion in funding.
The energy price cap established by Ofgem is adjusted every three months, controlling how much suppliers can charge per unit of energy but does not cap total costs for households.
Despite calls for increased support during rising costs, the energy industry continues to profit significantly, leading to concerns over how support programs will be funded moving forward.
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