Warning issued by government over winter heating scams
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Warning issued by government over winter heating scams
"From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging."
"Labour's decision to change the eligibility for the scheme means that six million people will receive the payment this year an increase of 2.7 million. The change brought in a new rule that means the bill payer must now only receive an eligible means-tested benefit, whereas before they also had to prove they lived in a home with high energy costs."
The Independent covers issues including reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech, sending reporters to develop stories and produce documentaries such as 'The A Word'. The outlet investigates topics like the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC while keeping reporting free of paywalls funded by donations. The government has urged people to be wary of scams offering support with energy bills this winter as fraudsters seek to take advantage of vulnerable individuals. Millions of households will receive a 150 Warm Home Discount this year after eligibility changes expanded recipients to six million. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero warns scammers may pose as officials and ask for bank details.
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