Warm Home Discount extended

The government has confirmed that the Warm Home Discount will be continued through to 2030/31. 

Eligible households will get a £150 rebate on energy bills every winter until 2030/31.

The announcement follows the government’s expansion of the Warm Home Discount last year, adding 2.7 million families to the scheme and bringing the total number of eligible households to around 6 million.

Last week, the government announced the £15 billion Warm Homes Plan.

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said: "Tackling the affordability crisis is the government’s number one priority.  

"That is why we are today confirming to millions of eligible families across the country that they will receive the £150 Warm Home Discount every winter for the rest of the decade.  

"That will give families much-needed peace of mind that they will continue to receive vital support in the cold winter months, as we take action to bring down bills for good."

Ned Hammond, Deputy Director, Policy (Customers) at Energy UK said: "It’s very good news to see confirmation that the Warm Home Discount will be in place until the end of the decade which, particularly with the recent expansion, will provide continuing vital support with energy bills to millions of customers. The changes in Scotland are also very welcome as it will mean many more customers receiving the discount automatically without having to apply.  

"We now look forward to working with the government on further changes to the scheme, including better targeting and tiered support, to ensure that is both directed to those most in need and provides the right level of assistance to really make a difference for customers struggling to afford bills."