Octopus Energy CEO urges suppliers to aid pensioners losing Winter Fuel Payments due to gov't cuts, maintains £30M assistance fund, and advocates for regional energy pricing.
Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson has called on energy suppliers to help pensioners losing their Winter Fuel Payments due to government cuts, affecting around 10 million individuals. The government aims to save £1.5 billion annually by limiting the benefit to those on pension credit. In response, Octopus will maintain its £30 million assistance fund and provide free electric blankets. Jackson also advocates for regional energy pricing to benefit consumers.
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