LoginStruggling households to have their energy debts wiped clean
29 October 2026 at 13:02
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- Millions of UK households could have energy debt written off under new government plans
Millions of UK households could have energy debt written off under new government plans
29 October 2026 at 11:59
Government analysis suggested the strategy could save a typical household around £130 over the next 10 years
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Household energy debt write-off scheme planned for early next year
29 October 2026 at 10:18
The Debt Relief Scheme will provide targeted support to households to clear debt and arrears built up during the energy crisis between 2022 and 2024.
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Household energy debt write-off scheme planned for early next year
29 October 2026 at 10:11
£100 winter energy payment will ‘barely dent’ increases forecast for January
28 October 2026 at 15:18
The payment will reach households in council tax bands A to D at a cost of £2.6 billion.
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Gas standing charge removal welcomed amid warnings a tough winter remains ahead
28 October 2026 at 12:47
Chancellor scraps gas standing charge - how will it affect your energy bills?
28 October 2026 at 13:20
Chancellor John Healey’s decision to axe daily standing charges on gas bills has been broadly welcomed by experts - but a tough winter still looms
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