Off Grid Heating Fuel Support Scheme

You may be able to get a one-off £200 payment if your home uses heating oil or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and you receive support through the Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS)

This scheme is funded by the UK Government to help people on low incomes with rising energy costs.

The £200 payment is designed to:

The payment will usually be made directly to you so you can decide how to use it.

You may be eligible if both of the following apply:

1. You receive Council Tax Reduction

You (or your household) must:

Be responsible for paying council tax, and
Have received, or successfully applied for, CTRS between 1 April 2026 and 31 July 2026

2. Your main heating is oil or LPG

You must also:

Use heating oil or LPG as your main source of heating or hot water
Provide recent evidence (for example, a bill less than 6 months old showing your address)
Live in the property as your main home

Only one payment is available per household.

If you already receive CTRS

You’ll need to:

If you do not already receive CTRS

You will need to apply for CTRS first.

Before you apply, have ready:

Deadline: 30 September 2026

If you’re eligible, the council will:

If you’re struggling with energy costs or household bills, further support is available on our Cost of Living information hub:

This payment will not affect your benefits, including: