Thousands of gas and electric users are self-disconnecting, many of them on meters, often after being forced into accepting a meter due to problems with paying. The current cold snap makes it even more difficult for those on a meter who therefore have to pay on actual usage and are unable to average out costs like those of us on direct debit. No one should have to go without heat or power and government support should focus on those who can least afford it.

Liberal Democrat controlled Burgess Hill Town Council has used part of its winter emergency support package to provide £30 fuel top ups to support Burgess Hill residents with fuel difficulties to enable them to reconnect. For further information please contact the Help Point on 01444 247726.

This follows previously agreed funding to provide warm hubs and support Burgess Hill Pantry to provide additional support to Burgess Hill residents during the current cost of living emergency. Many of us are finding it difficult with the cost of living and particularly high energy prices, and if do have a problem seek help early, such as the support offered by the Citizen’s Advice Bureau.