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ADAMSON URGES CONSTITUENTS TO CHECK ELIGIBILITY FOR SUPPORT WITH ENERGY COSTS

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ADAMSON URGES CONSTITUENTS TO CHECK ELIGIBILITY FOR SUPPORT WITH ENERGY COSTS

 

SNP MSP Clare Adamson is encouraging constituents to check if they qualify for extra financial support to help with rising energy costs. 

 

Eligible households could get a grant of up to £2,000 from the British Gas Energy Trust to assist with gas bills, providing much-needed relief during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. 

 

In addition, a one-off payment of £150 is available from energy suppliers through the Warm Home Discount to support electricity bills for those who meet certain criteria. 

 

Applications for the Discount should be submitted to your own supplier before 31st March 2025.  

 

Ms Adamson, MSP for Motherwell and Wishaw, said: 

 

“I am urging my constituents in Motherwell and Wishaw to check whether they are eligible for extra support as this support could make a real difference when managing energy costs.

 

“Frankly, we need to see some action from the UK Labour Government.  They have cut the universal winter fuel payment for pensioners and people are struggling with soaring bills.

 

“The energy price cap has risen again and again despite Labour’s promise of lower energy bills.

 

"The rising cost of energy is causing huge problems for my constituents when finances are already stretched.

 

“You do not have to be a British Gas or Scottish Gas customer to qualify for support through the British Gas Energy Trust.

 

“And ask your own energy supplier about support through the Warm Home Discount, which provides a one-off payment towards electricity bills for eligible customers.

 

For more information and to check eligibility, visit the British Gas website or contact your energy provider. 

 

To find more advice: https://rb.gy/mkxi5x 

 

For more advice regarding Priority Services Register: http://thepsr.co.uk 

 

To check your eligibility: https://shorturl.at/bhIth or call 0330 808 3880 

 

The Motherwell and Wishaw Citizens Advice Bureau can provide advice on a range of issues including debt by phoning 0808 196 9180, emailing Bureau@MotherwellCAB.casonline.org.uk, or by visiting the office at 90 Brandon Parade East, Motherwell ML1 1LY.

 

The Scottish Government has a dedicated webpage for cost-of-living support at costofliving.campaign.gov.scot with information on a range of support options.

 

ENDS.

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