WHD day today 12/10

Dandytf

Not sure when Bulb will open this up. Though seems from gov Uk today is 2020/2021 Warm Home Discount opening day.
Looking forward to re applying this year.

Dandytf

Update from Bulb forum  Broader group opens up via Bulb approx. 20th Oct'.
Not sure of Core Group, as I'm broader group.

MissLFC

Someone at eon told me I should get it as I have chronic illnesses which cause joint pain and it gets worse in cold weather. They sent me the application but I didn't bother completing it as you have to be on benefits and I'm not on any. Not sure why they couldn't have asked me that first!

Dandytf

Iit was 27/10 rather than anticipated 22/10.

We've got your application

We'll send you an email to confirm.

What happens next

We'll check your application

We'll get in touch if we have any questions. We'll do this as soon as we can, but it might take up to 3 months. We might need to ask you for more evidence to confirm you get the Warm Home Discount.

Your application might be audited

We'll work with the Department of Work and Pensions to check your information. They may want to audit your application as part of their checking process.

You'll get £140 credit if your application is approved

We'll add the Warm Home Discount to your Bulb account. This will be done by 31 March 2021 at the latest.

Enjoy mser's

Dandytf

And today Fri 4th Dec'
Bulb e-mail WHD credited to Bulb Account, which is useful.
Tempted to request small withdrawal, maybe up to 75-90 pounds.
Take that in Cash and keep home during Jan21.