Billpayers on means-tested benefits are eligible for WHD, following the government’s decision to remove restrictions that previously excluded many who needed help with bills.
As a result, more than six million households will benefit from the discount on their energy bills – an increase of 2.7 million households, including 900,000 more families with children.
However, the Government has warned that eligible households must ensure the right person is registered on their electricity account by Sunday 24 August to receive the £150 automatically.
Eligible customers on pre-payment meters who use a key or card to top up will also need to ensure their household’s account is registered in their name.
Last winter, 96% of eligible households received the discount automatically, making it the easiest and quickest way to get support.
