British households are facing a critical deadline this week as the final opportunity to claim free electricity worth £150 disappears in just four days. The Energy Bills Support Scheme Alternative Funding, designed to help those who don't pay their energy bills by direct debit, closes for applications on June 5th.
Who Qualifies for This Vital Support?
The £150 payment targets specific groups who missed out on automatic support through the main Energy Bills Support Scheme. If you fall into any of these categories, you need to act immediately:
- Residents in park homes and other specialist housing
- Tenants whose landlords pay energy bills directly
- Care home residents and those in similar arrangements
- Houseboats and off-grid electricity customers
- Farmers and agricultural workers with domestic electricity meters
- Travellers on authorised sites
How to Secure Your Payment Before Time Runs Out
Applying is straightforward but urgent. You'll need to visit the government's official portal and provide:
- Your name and contact details
- Your home address
- Your bank account information
- Proof of address and occupancy
- Details about your energy supply arrangement
Warning: The government has confirmed there will be no extensions beyond the June 5th cutoff. Applications received after this date will not be processed.
Why This Support Matters More Than Ever
With energy prices remaining stubbornly high and the cost of living crisis continuing to squeeze household budgets, this £150 payment could provide crucial relief. Many eligible households have already received their payments, with successful applicants typically seeing the money in their accounts within six weeks of applying.
"We're urging everyone who thinks they might be eligible to apply immediately," said a government spokesperson. "This is the final opportunity to access this vital support, and we don't want anyone to miss out because they left it too late."
The scheme has already helped thousands of households across England, Scotland, and Wales, with Northern Ireland operating a separate but similar support program.
Don't Be One of the Thousands Who Miss Out
Previous government support deadlines have seen thousands of eligible households fail to claim what they're entitled to. Don't let this be you. If you or someone you know might qualify, take action today.
The application process takes approximately 15-20 minutes, and with just 96 hours remaining, every moment counts. Visit the government's energy bills support website now to secure your £150 electricity credit before it's gone forever.
