Who can apply?
Residents living in Rotherham can apply for the Council’s Energy Crisis Scheme from 1 November 2025.
If you are concerned about increasing household bills, the Council’s Energy Crisis Support Scheme may be able to help with a payment of up to £250.
Applicants must have no more than £150 a month left over after paying for all of their essential costs such as food, rent or mortgage and utility bills. The funding is not means tested and residents do not need to be claiming benefits in order to be eligible.
For more information, please see this Council produced video explaining the purpose of this form and how it should be completed: Introduction to the application form
