The British Gas Energy Trust currently operates two energy debt write-off funds, which are open for applications; these are the Individuals and Families Fund and the British Gas Energy Support Fund.
It does not matter if you are on a pre-payment meter or a credit customer.
Individual and Families Fund
You do not need to be a British Gas customer to apply for this fund – you can be a British Gas Customer, or a customer from another supplier with arrears of up to £1,500. Please check if your supplier has their own Trust Fund first.
To be considered for a grant you must meet the following criteria. If you cannot tick all boxes your application will not progress to assessment –
- You live in England, Scotland or Wales;
- You have not received a grant from the British Gas Energy Trust within the last 2 years;
- You must be seeking a grant to clear an outstanding debt on a current or open gas, electricity or dual fuel energy account in your name or be a member of that household, the energy account must relate to your main residence. If your application is successful, your energy account will be credited with the grant. Please note the British Gas Energy Trust does not award cash payments;
- You have electric and/or gas debt;
- You must be in or facing Fuel Poverty; and
- You have received help from a money advice agency.
For more details about this debt support.
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The British Gas Energy Support Fund
You need to be a British Gas customer to apply for this fund.
To be considered for a grant you must meet the following criteria. If you cannot tick all boxes your application will not progress to assessment –
- You live in England, Scotland or Wales;
- You must be seeking a grant to clear an outstanding debt on a current or open gas, electricity or dual fuel energy account in your name or be a member of that household, the energy account must relate to your main residence. If your application is successful, your energy account will be credited with the grant. Please note the British Gas Energy Trust does not award cash payments;
- You have electric and/or gas debt between £250 – £1,500; and
- You must be in or facing Fuel Poverty
For more details about this debt support.
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