Swindon Borough Council have given out energy vouchers to 1,923 residents to help reduce the cost of their bills this winter.
Worth £385,000, the vouchers have been issued by the council through the Household Support Fund, with each eligible resident being sent a voucher of £200.
The energy vouchers have been used to support pensioners and some younger residents with the cost of energy during the winter, after Ofgem announced a rise in the energy price cap from 1 January 2025.
The vouchers have been made available to both low-income pensioners just above the Pension Credit threshold who require additional support and other vulnerable residents who may suffer from fuel poverty. The Council has been directly contacting eligible residents with more information about how they can access this payment.
Councillor Jim Grant, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities and Partnerships, said: “As energy prices continue to rise, and with some residents struggling to repay their energy bills they may have accumulated over winter, it’s important to know that support it available.
“I’d encourage anyone who is finding it hard to keep on top of their energy bills to contact their supplier as soon as possible. Your supplier must work with you to agree on a payment plan you can afford.
“The Council will continue to support local residents through the Household Support Fund. While nearly 2,000 eligible residents have already been directly issued vouchers, if you are struggling, it is still possible to apply to seek extra support to pay essential costs, such as energy or food.”
Residents who believe they may be eligible are able to apply for support before Monday 31 March using the link: @EnergySupportFund
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