Cost of living support

The government’s support with living costs

Find out what support is available with the cost of living - including bills, housing and health in England. 

Winter fuel payments

Only those pensioners who receive Pension Credit will be eligible for the Government's annual Winter Fuel Payment of up to £300. To receive this payment, eligible residents must apply for Pension Credit before 21 December 2024.

• Check your eligibility and apply for Pension Credit here

Cold weather payments

If you're getting certain benefits or Support for Mortgage Interest, you may be able to get a Cold Weather Payment if the average temperature in your area is recorded as, or forecast to be, 0OC or below over seven consecutive days. This year's scheme will start on 1 November 2024. Cold Weather Payments are different to Winter Fuel Payments.

• Find out more about the Cold Weather Payment: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Reducing energy bills - grants for energy efficiency improvements

Improving the energy efficiency of your home will keep you warmer and save you money by reducing the amount of energy you use. There are grants available to help and organisations that can advise you.

• Visit the Sustainable Home Energy web page for information on grants available and advice on reducing your energy and water use, which could save you money on your bills and improve environmental sustainability.
  • Home Energy Improvement One-Stop Shop
  • Great British Insulation Scheme
  • Home Upgrade Grant (for off-gas grid properties)
  • Boiler Upgrade Scheme
  • Book your energy free survey from local community group Energy Action Redhill and Reigate 

Online Energy Advice Tool

Surrey County Council's new online tool will ask you a series of short questions before offering you tailored information on grants, support and advice, and non-financial help on a range of topics. 

• Use the Energy Advice Tool (Surrey County Council)

Energy saving advice

These organisations provide free advice and information about ways to save energy and reduce the amount your bills.

• Action Surrey provides advice on how to reduce your energy use, including information about grants available, such as the Sustainable Warmth grant.
• Warmth Matters: Surrey Community Action's Warmth Matters can provide support and practical advice to help you stay warm, stay health and save money.
• The Energy Savings Trust can help you make your home more energy efficient, reduce your carbon emissions and lower your energy bills.