View
comments
Older people on low incomes who are struggling to pay their bills need at least £500 in government support to stay warm and keep the lights on, according to Age UK.
It said that in the past six weeks the number of over-65s worried about heating their home had risen from 43 per cent to 62 per cent – equivalent to 7.8million people. A poll for the charity found that more than 80 per cent of over-65s think the Government must now step in.
Households are struggling with energy bills after an increase in tariffs in October, but another rise due in April could push bills up by £700 more.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak yesterday said that there was some help on the way for homes and heavy industry.
Age UK wants everyone who receives the Cold Weather Payment to be given an extra £500
Age UK wants everyone who receives the Cold Weather Payment to be given an extra £500. It also
