Support & advice

We recognise that energy can be a major expense.

If you are struggling with fuel costs you are advised in the first instance to speak to your energy supplier who are obliged to offer you a range of advice and support. Fuel debt can be caused by several factors, rising fuel bills, energy-inefficient homes, estimated meters readings that are too low and cold weather. If you find that you are struggling to pay your bills, it is important to take steps to address it straightaway.

Please contact our Income and Financial Inclusion Teams if you have any issues with your fuel bills and we will do what we can to help you.

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Take charge of your bills

Also, Take Charge from Electricity Northwest is available to help you reduce your energy bills, get support with debt, access benefits and financial support and you can also find out how much you could save by making your home more energy efficient.

Call Take Charge today or visit their website for more advice.

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Help with money and pension matters

For free and impartial help and advice with money and pension matters provided by the Money and Pensions Service (MAPs) visit Money Helper.

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