UK energy debt relief scheme could write off arrears for millions of households
Government and Ofgem plan to tackle £2.47bn in debts built up during the energy crisis, with up to 2.4m consumers unlikely to repay potentially eligible
The UK government and energy regulator Ofgem have announced plans for a scheme to write off energy debts for households in genuine financial need, targeting £2.47 billion in arrears accumulated during the 2022-2024 energy crisis. The Debt Relief Scheme, anticipated to roll out in spring, could make up to 2.4 million consumers unlikely to repay their balances eligible for help, including pensioners, disability benefit recipients, and those on means-tested support.