Help for Households

See what support is available to help with the cost of living and save money with our energy saving tips

Find out about Cost of Living Payments

If you claim certain benefits, including Universal Credit, Pension Credit or tax credits, you could automatically receive a £299 Cost of Living Payment between 6 – 22 February.

 

How to save energy and lower your bills

Find out about actions you can take every day to reduce the energy you use and lower your energy bills. You can also make improvements to your home to save energy.

Scroll down to see the full range of government support available

Support with mortgage payments

You may be able to get help from your mortgage lender. If you’re worried about repayments, you can now contact your lender for help and guidance.

Find out about the Mortgage Charter

Check what benefits and financial support you can get on GOV.UK

Answer a few questions to find out what support you might be able to get to help with living costs.

 

Find available support if you’re disabled or have a health condition on GOV.UK

Find out what support is available if you’re disabled or have a health condition. This includes benefits, financial support and support to find and stay in work.

 

Support with your household costs

Find advice and financial help you can get with your household costs, for example, utility bills, rent and support if you’re on a low income.

Help with childcare costs

Find advice and financial support you can get with your childcare costs, for example, free childcare hours, Tax-Free Childcare, free school meals.

 

Support with your income

Find advice and financial support you can get with your income, for example, low-income benefits, Pension Credit and savings.

 

Help with travel costs

Find financial support you can get with the cost of travel, for example, railcards, bus passes and discounts if you’re on Universal Credit.

 

Support in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

If you live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland there may be different or additional help available.