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Written question asked by David Warburton (Independent (affiliation)) on Monday, 15 May 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 17 May 2023. It was answered by Amanda Solloway (Conservative) on Monday, 22 May 2023 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Alternative Fuel Payments: Homelessness

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what recent steps his Department has taken to facilitate access to the Alternative Fuel Payment for people without a permanent address.

Answer

The Government has been engaging with key stakeholder groups who represent those households without a permanent address. The Government is keen to support these households to ensure they can receive energy bills support. Officials are working to establish whether there is a robust method for these households to provide proof of eligibility, whilst protecting public funds, so they can claim the AFP support.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
185041
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Homelessness Alternative fuel payments
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk