A scheme to write off energy debt built up by struggling households is expected to go ahead from early next year, Ofgem and the Government have announced.
The Debt Relief Scheme will provide targeted support to households “in genuine financial need” to clear debt and arrears built up during the energy crisis between 2022 and 2024, totalling £2.47 billion, the regulator said.
Up to 2.4 million customers who have little prospect of paying back their debt could be considered for support.
Building on previous proposals, it will now be delivered in a single phase with support for pensioners and people on disability benefits, as well as those on means-tested benefits.
Ofgem and DESNZ are taking action to relieve,…