Already confirmed
- 0% VAT on household electricity in Great Britain until 31 March 2027.
- Policy costs moved off bills: from April 2026 the Treasury pays three-quarters of the Renewables Obligation cost for households for three years, and ECO is ending.
- Warm Home Discount: £150 for eligible households this winter.
What has been reported (not confirmed)
Ahead of the Budget, reports suggest the Treasury has been considering more targeted help with energy bills for lower-income households, and that there has been pressure from within government to cut more levies from bills. Treat these as speculation until the Chancellor’s statement. Public finances have also come under pressure from higher energy prices.
What it could mean for you
Targeted support would most likely reach households on means-tested benefits, possibly through existing schemes such as the Warm Home Discount. Changes to levies would show up in the price cap from a future quarter. We’ll update what’s changing on Budget day.
Last updated: 15 October 2026
