Martin Lewis backs ‘social tariff’ that could cut energy bills by up to £1,500

Consumer champion and charities seek a policy that supports UK households hit hardest by high bills

Charities and the consumer champion Martin Lewis have ramped up pressure on the government to implement a “social tariff” for energy, which new research estimates could save 12m households on the lowest incomes up to £1,500.

Citizens Advice and Lewis have backed a push to introduce a special tariff for those struggling to pay gas and electricity bills by next year, while energy suppliers have said they are “ready” to work up the proposals.