Maximise your income
We know that money worries can be very stressful and sometimes difficult to talk about. It is important to know you are not alone and speaking out is the first step towards getting the help and support you need.
Taking the time to manage your money better can really pay off. It can help you stay on top of your bills and save you money. The extra savings can be used to pay off any debts you might have, used towards your savings, or spent on your next car or holiday.
The Money Helper have a budget planner to help you work out your finances and money managing tips so you can take control of your finances.
We are aware that the cost of living rises are hitting people hard. The Government has announced several grants to try to help make your money go further. Some of the support available for workers, benefit claimants, people with disabilities and pensioners can be found below.
Warm Home Discount
The Warm Home Discount Scheme for winter 2024 to 2025 has closed. It will reopen in October 2025.
The Warm Home Discount Scheme is a one-off £150 discount off your electricity bill.
If you’re eligible, your electricity supplier will apply the discount to your bill. The money is not paid to you. You may be able to get the discount on your gas bill instead if your supplier provides you with both gas and electricity and you’re eligible. Contact your supplier to find out.
The discount will not affect your Cold Weather Payment or Winter Fuel Payment.
Benefit Check
Speak with our Tenancy Support team on 0800 953 0213 (option 4) and have a benefit check. It is estimated that around £22.7bn a year in welfare benefits goes unclaimed. £7.5bn of this is unclaimed Universal Credit.