Struggling households in Worcestershire are being encouraged to see if they qualify for up to £500 in energy bill support provided by Worcestershire County Council. To be eligible, residents must reside in Malvern, Worcester, Wychavon, Bromsgrove, Redditch, or Wyre Forest District, and have a gross household income of £24,570 or less annually for single individuals without children. The income threshold for other households is £31,000, excluding any benefits received.
Applicants must also have no household savings and meet one of five vulnerability criteria, such as receiving DWP benefits, being of state pension age, or having children under four years old. Families with children under 18, or young adults up to 21 in full-time education, may receive up to £500 in energy assistance, while other households could receive up to £300 in support.
Energy payments will be made directly to the supplier or through Post Office vouchers for pre-payment customers. Residents can apply for the scheme through the Act On Energy website. The support is part of the Household Support Fund allocated by Worcestershire County Council to assist vulnerable families.
For those outside Worcestershire, it is recommended to inquire with the local council about available support options. For instance, Surrey County Council is offering supermarket vouchers worth up to £300, redeemable at various supermarkets. Nottingham City Council is providing £100 vouchers to low-income individuals or those on benefits, with distribution ongoing until February 28, 2026.
Wakefield Council is distributing food vouchers to low-income households receiving council tax assistance, while Council Tax Support recipients in Nottingham will receive vouchers ranging from £50 to £70. Additionally, vouchers have been distributed to pensioners receiving Council Tax Support. Applying for assistance is open to eligible residents regardless of whether they previously received a voucher.
