In response to news from Ofgem that the energy price cap will drop by £238 for the average household, Sam Royston, Director of Policy and Research at Marie Curie, said:
"For people living with a terminal illness this reduction will provide some much-needed relief, but the reality is many still face sky-high bills.
"People living with a terminal illness are particularly vulnerable to fuel poverty. Their higher energy needs, such as the need to keep the home warmer or the use of medical devices in the home, can lead to dramatic increases in energy bills.
"The government needs to do more to prevent people from dying in poverty. The government must act on its commitment and introduce a social tariff on energy prices for people living with a terminal illness. "
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Please note, Marie Curie is not a cancer charity but the UK's leading 'end of life charity'. We care for people with - any illness they are likely to die from including Alzheimer's (and other forms of dementia), heart, liver, kidney and lung disease, motor neurone disease, Parkinson's, and advanced cancer.
About Marie Curie
- Marie Curie is the UK's leading end of life charity.
- The charity provides expert end of life care for people with any illness they are likely to die from, and support for their family and friends, in our hospices and where they live. It is the largest charity funder of palliative and end of life care research in the UK, and campaigns to ensure everyone has a good end of life experience. Whatever the illness, we're with you to the end.
- If you're living with a terminal illness or have been affected by dying, death and bereavement, Marie Curie can help. Visit mariecurie.org.uk or call the free Marie Curie Support Line on 0800 090 2309.
Whatever the illness, wherever you are, Marie Curie is with you to the end.
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