Following a recent Government announcement Wiltshire Council are reminding residents to check if they’re eligible for this year’s Warm Home Discount.  Eligible people could receive a £150 Warm Home Discount on their electricity bills this winter.

The Government is reminding eligible residents to make sure they are named on their electricity account by 23 August 2026 to receive the discount automatically.

Around six million households are expected to benefit from the scheme across Great Britain. Eligibility includes households receiving certain means-tested benefits, such as Universal Credit, Pension Credit, Housing Benefit and income-related employment and support allowance.

If you have recently moved home or use a pre-payment meter, check that your energy account is registered in your name before the deadline.

Find out more about the scheme and eligibility.

The survey aims to gather real-world experiences of mobile coverage from residents and businesses, helping to build a clearer picture of areas affected by poor signal, dropped calls and unreliable mobile data services, more can be learnt here: Digital Wiltshire – Wiltshire Council

Every response is helping to improve Wiltshire Council’s understanding of local connectivity challenges and support future engagement with mobile network operators and other stakeholders. Please scan the QR code or use the link to access the survey