Disability equality charity Scope has commented ahead of tomorrow’s energy price cap increase.

James Taylor, director of strategy at disability equality charity Scope, said:

“Despite the government’s energy price guarantee, this latest increase still means a huge hike in prices for disabled people and their families, up and down the country.

“Energy costs have doubled in a year. We’ve been inundated with calls from disabled people who have cut back everything they can. They’re taking drastic actions like skipping meals, cutting back on washing and turning off fridges, and it’s still not enough.

“The price cap doesn’t cap how much people have to pay on their bills, and this increase will tip many people over the edge. The £150 disability payment won’t touch the sides.

“Life costs more when you’re disabled, but the new government chose to ignore that fact in last week’s budget.

“We need targeted support for disabled people to get through this crisis. The government should double the disability payment and provide another cost of living payment to those on the lowest incomes.”

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