Brighton & Hove Fuel Payment for older people struggling with energy costs
Citizens Advice Brighton and Hove is encouraging all older residents worried about energy bills this winter to get in touch.
Through the council’s new programme of support, they can help older people with:
- providing one-off direct financial support if you are struggling to heat your home or pay your energy bills
- checking your eligibility for Pension Credit and Winter Fuel Payments and help to make an application
- energy advice on keeping warm in an affordable way this winter
The Brighton & Hove Fuel Payment support is funded through the government’s Household Support Fund and forms part of the Brighton & Hove Fairness Fund.
The fairness fund was set up to bring together a range of funding streams to support community groups that offer food banks, help with food vouchers, discretionary payments and other essential items for residents in need. These form a key part of the city’s Cost of Living Plan.
“We’ve launched the Brighton & Hove Fuel Payment to support older residents struggling with energy costs this winter. We’re also very keen to make sure everyone eligible for Pension Credit is able to claim.
We very much welcome the news that the government will be continuing the Household Support Fund, so we can continue to provide that vital support.”
Citizens Advice Brighton and Hove are also urging residents to check if they are eligible for Pension Credit using the government’s Pension Credit calculator and apply for Pension Credit on the gov.uk website.
Successful claims put in before 21 December will be back-dated, meaning residents will be able to receive this year’s winter fuel payment.
Find out more:
If you’re of pensionable age and in need of extra financial support this winter, complete Brighton and Hove City Councils request for help and support online form or call the Community Hub helpline on 01273 293117 and select option 2.
The Community Hub helpline is open from 10am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Support with the cost of living
You can find information on help and support available on our support with the cost of living web pages.
This includes emergency help and money advice, information on eligibility for discounts on energy bills, and advice and tips and about saving energy and keeping your home warm.
We share this information on behalf of Citizens Advice Brighton & Hove.