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The UK has been rocked by soaring energy bills , petrol price hikes and other rising expenses amid the cost of living crisis. Many families and households have been plunged into poverty , with half of people saying their health has gotten worse since costs began rising . However, less than 24 hours after Sue Gray’s damning Partygate report was released, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a string of measures to help struggling households cope. If you’ve been worried about how to cover costs, you’ll be pleased to know you could be eligible for over £1,000 of support that will no longer need to be repaid – a huge U-turn from the initial offerings laid out by the government just months ago. Here’s everything you need to know about every cost of living measure that has been announced and whether you’re eligible for the incentives. All the new government Cost of Living support Energy Bills With gas prices reaching record highs amid a surge in demand … [Read more...] about What cost of living support is available? New Rishi Sunak measures explained

Rishi Sunak has said around eight million of the lowest income households will be sent a one-off payment of £650. The Chancellor told MPs: ‘We need to make sure that for those whom the struggle is too hard and for whom the risks are too great they are supported.’ Those on Universal Credit, Tax Credits, Pension Credit and legacy benefits will receive the payment automatically. This afternoon the government set out a £15 billion package of support in the House of Commons to help people deal with the cost of living crisis, with inflation at 9% and energy bills set to rise again in October when Ofgem raises the price cap. It comes the day after Sue Grey finally released her report into rule breaking gatherings in Downing Street while the country was in lockdown. Boris Johnson apologised for the breaches but refused to step down, despite several Tory MPs saying that they thought he should resign. Mr Sunak insisted that the government is ready to support those … [Read more...] about One-off £650 payment to be given to 8,000,000 of UK’s lowest income households

By Kevin Peachey Published 1 hour ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Support to help people deal with soaring energy bills this winter has been outlined by the chancellor, Rishi Sunak. The measures are a mix of broad help and specific payments to those on lower incomes. All UK households to get an energy bill discount All UK households will get a grant which will reduce energy bills by £400 from October. Previously, the chancellor had said £200 would be knocked off everyone's energy bills, but would have to be paid back in instalments over five years. Now, the discount has been doubled to £400 and he has cancelled the requirement to repay. In other words, from October, everyone's energy bill will be reduced by £400. In technical terms. it will apply directly for households in England, Scotland, and Wales. The equivalent funds should be given to … [Read more...] about Cost of living: What Rishi Sunak’s help means for you

The Scottish video games industry needs a UK-wide network in order to thrive, according to a report from Gordon Brown’s think tank. The Our Scottish Future paper warns the sector in Scotland risks being left behind in a market dominated by large international developers. The Grand Theft Auto franchise was created by the Scottish gaming sector, while Dundee-based 4J Studios developed the console version of Minecraft. The paper says the Scottish Government should make computer science a core part of the curriculum, increase the number of computing places at universities and expand funding for start-up companies. It also says the UK and Scottish governments should work to build a new UK-wide network, connecting firms and students with each other. Recommended What Rishi Sunak announced to tackle the cost of living crisis More Tory MPs withdraw support from PM over ‘shameful’ parties The paper’s author Ruairidh Macintosh said: “In … [Read more...] about Gaming sector in Scotland needs UK-wide network to thrive, report warns

By Reality Check team Published 14 minutes ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Related Topics Reality Check Chancellor Rishi Sunak has been outlining a package of measures to support people struggling with the cost of living. "In total the measures I've announced today provide support worth £15bn - combined with the plans we've already announced that means we are supporting families with the cost of living with £37bn," he told MPs. The £37bn is a combination of £15bn just announced, and £22bn announced previously, mainly in the chancellor's Spring Statement. There are some questions about whether the total package is actually worth £37bn. For example, it includes the savings for households made from raising the point at which people have to start paying National Insurance, which will indeed be a big tax cut from July, but it does not include the amount … [Read more...] about Cost of living: Is the government package really worth £37bn?

SIR – My wife and I have a friend who is a widow in her 80s. Recently we found her in a distressed state. She said that her gas bill, normally about £30 per month, had gone up to £170. She does not bank online and her bank has recently closed its branch in the nearest town four miles away. She tried phoning her supplier, British Gas, only to be told by an automated voice on each attempt that the wait time was “more than an hour”. So distressed has she become that she has had to visit her GP, who suggested that she was suffering from anxiety brought on by the situation with her gas supply. She is now taking anti-anxiety medicine and has managed to get her bill altered. I can only say that this is a disgraceful way to deal with any customer. David J Hartshorn SIR – Gillian Courage (Letters, May 5) writes of her energy supplier’s grab for more money. The same applies to our long-term supplier, Ovo Energy. On Wednesday we received two emails, one complaining about a lack of … [Read more...] about Letters: An automated voice is no comfort to a widow faced with soaring gas bills

Sadiq Khan quizzed by pensioner on future of free bus passes Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info While £15billion is lost in unclaimed benefits every year, a significant amount is also wasted in associated benefits like free travel. In total, 10 groups of Britons are entitled to financial support towards travel costs. Related articles State Pension to hit £10,600 a year - Sunak faces triple lock decision Nationwide raises interest rates on ISA savings account As the cost of living continues to stretch Britons’ finances, people are being reminded to claim everything they are entitled to. People who rely on Universal Credit and … [Read more...] about Bus pass: The 10 groups of Britons who would benefit from free travel – have you checked?

The government will announce an emergency package to help people through the cost of living crisis on Thursday. Rishi Sunak will give a statement and set out measures designed to help the poorest deal with the biggest squeeze on living standards in decades. It has been widely reported the chancellor will adopt Labour ’s policy of imposing a windfall tax on energy firm profits to fund the assistance. Households could receive up to £400 in relief after an expansion to the energy rebate scheme previously worth £200 was signed off by the Treasury, according to reports. Crucially, under the new scheme, the rebate – which was dubbed a loan in disguise by critics – will no longer be repaid, The Times claimed . Originally, energy firms were expected to recoup the deduction in higher energy bills over the next five years but it will now be paid out as a grant. Mr Sunak has reportedly decided against raising Universal Credit and rolling out cuts to VAT, fuel or … [Read more...] about Energy bill cuts of ‘up to £400 per household’ to be announced

MILLIONS of households will be getting £150 payment to help them through the cost of living crisis. The council tax rebate is being made to four in five households after the energy price cap rise in April pushed up bills. Those living in council tax bands A to D are eligible for the one-off payment from April 1 onwards. When you get the £150 council tax payment depends on where you live. Payments have already been made to lucky locals in places like Sunderland, Bracknell and East Hampshire. But delays arranging the payment have left many still waiting for the vital cash. Read more on free cash CASH BOOST Hard-up households can get £150 free cash to help with bills, food and clothing PUMP IT UP Households can apply for £6,000 home improvement grant from TODAY - here’s how Several councils have confirmed May payment dates for many eligible residents. Households in Liverpool, Derby and … [Read more...] about The 14 areas where £150 council tax rebate should be paid NOW – and what to do if it hasn’t

RISHI Sunak today unveiled a bumper package to help hard-up Brits with the soaring cost of living. Here we take a look at five cash boosts that will help Brits to tackle their rising energy bills. UNIVERSAL CREDIT AND BENEFITS Millions of people on Universal Credit and benefits will get a one-off £650 payment go up to help with soaring bills. More than eight million households will receive the lump-sum. The payments will go to everyone on means-tested benefits, including universal credit, pensions credit, housing benefit, jobseekers’ allowance and income support. PENSIONERS Pensioners on state pensions are set to get extra cash to help in the cost of living crisis. Chancellor Rishi Sunak today announced they will get a one-off payment of £300. The £300 "cost of living payment" will be paid in November or December. That's on top of the existing Winter Fuel Payment worth between £100 and £300 that those over state pension age get already. Most … [Read more...] about Five cash boosts to help YOU as Rishi Sunak reveals plan to help tackle soaring energy bills