The Warm Home Discount is not paid into your bank. It is a one-off discount on an electricity bill when the scheme is open and you meet the criteria.
GBP 150Electricity bill discount
Usually automaticEngland and Wales routes
Scotland differsSome low-income customers apply
Prepay includedVoucher or top-up routes can apply
Important timing
As of 8 May 2026
GOV.UK says the Warm Home Discount Scheme has closed and will reopen in October 2026. This page is designed to prepare the check and route you to the official page, not to replace the scheme rules when it reopens.