Major energy firm reopens scheme offering up to £1,500 to hard-up households

The British Gas Energy Trust has reopened its Individuals and Family Fund, offering hard-up families up to £1,500 in free cash to help with their energy bills. The grant is available to customers of both British Gas and other energy suppliers.

Eligibility criteria

To qualify for the grant, you must meet specific criteria, such as living in England, Scotland, or Wales, not having received a grant from the British Gas Energy Trust within the last two years, and seeking a grant to clear outstanding debt on your energy account. You also must have electric and/or gas debt, not have savings above £1,000, and have received help from a money advice agency.

Other energy companies that offer energy grants

EDF, E.ON, E.ON Next, Octopus Energy, and Scottish Power also offer their energy grant schemes. Customers of these companies can apply for cash grants to help with their energy costs. Each company has different eligibility criteria and requires evidence of financial need.

Related Facts

The Household Support Fund is available to hard-up families. Millions are also in line to receive cost of living payments worth up to £1,350, and a £150 payment will be made to millions with disabilities and pensioners.

Key Takeaway

If you’re struggling with energy bills, you may be eligible for grants from major energy firms to help with your payments. The British Gas Energy Trust has just reopened its Individuals and Family Fund, which could provide you with up to £1,500 in free cash to help with your energy bills.

Conclusion

The reopening of the Individuals and Family Fund by the British Gas Energy Trust offers a welcome lifeline to hard-up families struggling with energy bills. If you’re eligible, you should apply to take advantage of the grant and also explore similar schemes offered by other major energy companies.