Expensive Heating: We Show Examples of Who Is Eligible for Benefits
Latvian residents have faced significant increases in heating bills, prompting discussions about eligibility for government assistance.
After lengthy debates, the government approves support for citizens to pay heating bills
The Latvian government has approved a bill to increase housing support coefficients to aid residents in paying heating bills from January to April 2026, amid opposition from local authorities and employer associations.
Your electricity bill could reach up to 1200 dollars: the polar cold drives up heating costs in the US.
The 2026 winter in the United States is leading to significantly higher heating costs for households due to severe cold waves and rising energy prices.
Latvian Public Media's Fundraiser Raises €407,411 for Ukraine's Heating Needs
Latvian Public Media has raised over €407,000 through a fundraiser to provide heating assistance for Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts.
Elderly need significantly more help from caregivers in cold winter
Elderly people in Estonia require increased help from caregivers during the harsh winter due to heightened needs for heating and additional assistance.
Severe frost increases the workload of caregivers
Severe cold temperatures are significantly increasing the burden on caregivers in Estonia, as elderly individuals require assistance with heating and mobility.
About 530 heating centres operate 24/7 in Kyiv Oblast due to challenging energy situation
Kyiv Oblast has set up 530 invincibility centres to provide heating and basic necessities to residents amid ongoing energy challenges due to systematic attacks on infrastructure.
A conceptual agreement reached on possible assistance to residents for heating bill coverage
A coalition has reached a conceptual agreement on support measures for residents and businesses facing rising heating expenses, as explained by Minister of Economy Viktors Valainis.
Heating allowance 2026: When will the next installment be paid
The first installment of the heating allowance for 2026 has been distributed to over 1.1 million beneficiaries, totaling approximately 124 million euros, with details on the next payment still pending.
Four Days Without Power and Minus 8 Degrees – 'People are Shivering Without Heating'
In the aftermath of a terrorist attack on Berlin's power grid, residents in the southwest are struggling against the cold with temperatures dropping to minus 8 degrees Celsius, while financial assistance is being arranged for those affected.
DWP Cold Weather Payments triggered for 10 areas in England - check full list
Households in 10 additional postcode districts in England are now eligible for Cold Weather Payments of £25 due to a recent cold snap.
British Gas' boiler warning to thousands of homes this week
British Gas has warned that approximately 54,000 households may need assistance with heating and hot water systems due to predicted freezing temperatures.
DWP triggers Cold Weather Payments for 18 areas in England - check your postcode
The DWP has initiated Cold Weather Payments for 18 regions in England, providing eligible households with an additional £25 to help with heating costs during the winter.