Petition · Department for Work and Pensions

Introduce Hot Weather Payments

Open for signatures 14 signatures

What the petition asks

Some people already benefit from cold weather payments to offset high utility bills in winter. The same should be avaliable for hot weather to offset higher utility bills
Every winter, we benefit from cold weather payments, which provide crucial support to manage the increased utility bills when heating our homes. However, the scorching summer months present a similar issue, with utility costs rising significantly due to the need for air conditioning and fans to combat the extreme heat. For many households, the financial strain of keeping cool is just as burdensome as heating in the cold months.

Timeline

11 Aug 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 14
Status Open for signatures
Department Department for Work and Pensions
Opened 11 Aug 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 12 Aug 2026.