MORE SUPPORT FOR BENEFIT CLAIMANTS AND WORKERS – ENERGY SUPPLIES GUARANTEED
EXTRA levels of support are being provided for people claiming benefits, employees and self-employed people affected by COVID-19.
They form part of a raft of temporary measures announced by the UK Government, which also include deals with energy suppliers to ensure vulnerable people continue to receive facilities such as electric and gas should they fall into debt as a result of Coronavirus.
Please follow the links below for more information which could help you, or someone you know.
SUPPORT FOR BENEFIT CLAIMANTS AND WORKERS AFFECTED BY CORONAVIRUS
Special arrangements will be in place for people in receipt of benefits who cannot attend reassessments or jobcentre appointments because they are required to stay at home or contract coronavirus.
They form part of a range of extra support and measures being put in place to help workers, benefit claimants and businesses affected by coronavirus.
The measures will also provide support for new claimants, employees, self-employed people and businesses.
Learn more here: www.gov.uk/government/news/coronavirus-support-for-employees-benefit-claimants-and-businesses
SUPPORT FOR YOUR ENERGY SUPPLY
From March 19th, customers with pre-payment meters who may not be able to add credit can speak to their supplier about options to keep them supplied.
The move comes as part of emergency measures agreed with energy suppliers to ensure vulnerable customers who may fall into debt continue to receive services during Coronavirus disruption.
The agreement involves all UK domestic energy suppliers.
Measures include ensuring prepayment and pay-as-you go customers remain supplied with energy through challenging times and supporting all customers in financial distress
Learn more here: www.gov.uk/government/news/government-agrees-measures-with-energy-industry-to-support-vulnerable-people-through-covid-19
We understand this is an anxious time for many Muir residents, particularly if you are self-employed or if your job is affected by measures being taken to control the Coronavirus.
If you are experiencing financial difficulties, please contact us on 0300 123 1222 and we’ll do our very best to support you.