DWP says millions of people to be £150 better off this winter - are you eligible

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is reminding millions of people that they could be entitled to £150 in support this winter through the Warm Home Discount. This one-off discount of £150 is directly applied to the energy bills of those who meet certain criteria. The scheme aims to assist vulnerable people or those who may struggle to pay their energy bills during the winter months, when these costs typically peak. The government has confirmed that an additional 2.7 million people will be offered the Warm Home Discount this year, as eligibility rules have been relaxed. Previously, the Warm Home Discount for England and Wales was only available to those receiving the Guarantee Credit of Pension Credit. According to DWP guidelines, you qualify for the Warm Home Discount Scheme if you live in England and Wales and either receive the Guarantee Credit element of Pension Credit or are on a low income. If you live in Scotland, you'll be eligible if you receive the Guarantee Credit element of Pension Credit, or are on a low income in Scotland and meet your energy supplier's criteria for the scheme. In a recent alert on X, formerly Twitter , the DWP reminded people about the scheme. DWP said: "Have you heard about the Warm Home Discount Scheme? If you're eligible, the £150 credit will be automatically applied to your electricity account.", reports the Manchester Evening News . However, the department also issued a warning: "If you get a call asking you to apply for the discount, it's a scam". In a video accompanying the guidance, the DWP confirmed that 28 energy suppliers are participating in the scheme. The participating suppliers are as follows:. Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox