British Gas customers are waking up to £2,000 payments in the form of energy bill help. The British Gas Energy Trust (the Trust) was has given needed aid to 64,000 households across Britain with money and energy advice, emergency fuel payments, white goods and energy debt grants.
The Trust currently has two energy debt support funds open, to help those struggling this winter. The Individuals and Families Fund and Energy Support Fund are two funds offering up to £2,000 in grants to British Gas and non-British Gas customers across England, Scotland and Wales.
One person to receive support was Ms N. Ms N lives with her partner and 3 children and has been struggling with soaring energy prices, leaving her having to choose between paying her energy bill or getting the basics for her family.
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As part of her application, Ms N received money advice from StepChange which showed she can manage her costs moving forward. Ms N was awarded a £995 grant from the Trust, and she can now focus on keeping her family warm and healthy.
Jessica Taplin, CEO of the Trust, said of the Fund: “The first step for anyone struggling with their energy bills is to reach out to their energy supplier. Once this step has been taken, it’s also a good idea to check your eligibility for external support.
“The Trust’s support funds are there to help individuals with energy debt and we encourage every household to apply if they qualify, and to share this information with friends and family, as no one should have to navigate these challenging times alone.”
British Gas Energy Trust, incorporating the Scottish Gas Energy Trust, is an independent charitable Trust funded solely by donations from British Gas. The Trust contributes to supporting those in financial difficulty, with a focus on energy debt.