Government announces £100 household energy payment
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The government has announced a £100 Household Energy Payment for eligible households in Council Tax bands A to D, with payments expected to begin in January 2027. We're awaiting further guidance from the government and will update this page when more information is available.
Who can get the payment?
You may be eligible if:
- your home is in Council Tax Band A, B, C or D
- the property is your main residence
- you are liable for Council Tax at the property
Further eligibility criteria will be confirmed once Government guidance is issued. Check your council tax band.
How much will I receive?
Eligible households will receive a one-off payment of £100.
When will payments be made?
The Government has announced that payments will be made from January 2027. We will publish local arrangements as soon as these are confirmed on our website.
Further help
- visit the cost of living support webpage, to see what other support you may be able to receive
- if you're struggling to heat your home, you may find a warm space at a local community building. Find your nearest warm welcome
Watch out for scams
Unfortunately, scammers may try to take advantage of people looking for financial support. Be cautious of unexpected calls, texts, emails or social media messages about the £100 energy payment.
We'll publish the latest information on our website. Don't click on suspicious links or share personal or bank details if you're unsure a message is genuine.
If you think you've been targeted by a scam, report it to Report Fraud.