Help with costs
Getting ready does not have to cost money. If money is tight, there may be help with bills, free safety visits and free advice. Answer a few questions to see which schemes are worth checking.
We only point you to official sources and free advice services. We cannot tell you if you qualify, and we do not give financial, debt or benefits advice.
DRAFT: The list of schemes, and every amount and rule in it, is waiting for review. Figures and wording may change before launch.
Getting ready for free
- Getting ready on a tight budget: a £0 plan, then a £20 plan
- Getting ready on a tight budget: Easy Read version
- Help with energy, water and heating costs in each part of the UK
- What you can claim after a power cut
- Money help after a flood
- Build a checklist that shows free and lowest-cost options only
Last reviewed: . This page is a draft and has not yet been approved.