Uk Committee On Fuel Poverty

CFP Response to Warm Home Discount Scheme Continuation Consultation

The Committee on Fuel Poverty (CFP) submitted its response on 18 December 2025 to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) consultation on continuing the Warm Home Discount Scheme. The response applies to England, Scotland and Wales. The CFP's comments address the continuation of the scheme, which provides financial assistance to vulnerable households with energy costs.

Warm Home Discount Cost Recovery CFP Response

The Committee on Fuel Poverty published its response to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero consultation on Warm Home Discount cost recovery. The response addresses how energy suppliers recover costs associated with the WHD scheme, which provides rebates to consumers in fuel poverty. The document applies to England, Scotland and Wales.

Ofgem Energy Consumer Outcomes - CFP Response

The Committee on Fuel Poverty (CFP) submitted its response to Ofgem's call for input on energy consumer outcomes. The CFP provided policy recommendations on measures and outcomes relevant to energy consumers, particularly those in fuel poverty. Ofgem had sought input on how to define and assess energy consumer outcomes as part of its regulatory framework.

Research Project on Heat Pump Transition for Fuel Poor Households

The Committee on Fuel Poverty announced a new research project in collaboration with Carbon Trust to examine how fuel poor households experience heat pumps and identify factors for successful transitions. The study aims to generate evidence on heat pump usage in the UK and inform future policy. The research team is seeking participation from local authorities, housing associations, and practitioners with experience in heat pump installations for low-income homes.

Two New Members Join Committee on Fuel Poverty

The UK Committee on Fuel Poverty announced two new members, Professor Richard Fitton and Ross Armstrong, have joined for 3-year terms beginning 16 February 2026. The appointments follow the departure of Anu Singh and Liz Bissett at the end of their terms. Professor Fitton is Technical Director of the Energy House 2.0 project at the University of Salford, while Ross Armstrong is Chief Executive of Warmworks, which has assisted over 50,000 households with heating and energy efficiency improvements.