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Age Concern Waltham Forest

Charity Number: 1048212

Fuel bills-If you are having difficulties paying fuel bills then tell the electricity or gas company at once. They will suggest ways in which they can help. There is a code of practice stating that gas or electricity supplies to pensioners cannot be disconnected between 1st October and 31st March.

Monthly Direct Debit scheme

You get a discount on each unit you use. The cost is spread over 12 months, you agree a monthly amount to pay and choose which day of the month it is paid need a bank or building society account. Pay your bill when you receive it each month either by Direct Debit, Switch or Delta card. Contact your Electricity provider for further information. You should find their details on your utility bill.

Pay as You Go

Some Electricity providers operate this scheme. You pay any amount, any time towards your bill. This is ideal if you do not have a bank account. The Electricity provider will give you a book of payment slips to use at any Nat West Bank, Post Office or local shop that are agents. When the quarterly bill arrives you need only pay the outstanding amount. You will need to contact your Electricity provider to see whether they offer this scheme.

Key Meters

Pay for Electricity as you use it. Installation of a meter is free and you have a unique key. You take the key to a local shop and buy electricity in multiples of £1.

Meter Line

Updates on your bill, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Contact your Electricity supplier for further details.

Heating and Electricity Bills

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