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If you\u2019re struggling with your energy bills, the British Gas Energy Trust is an independent charity1<\/sup>\u00a0that can help \u2013 no matter who your energy supplier is.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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But the first step is always to talk to your own energy company. If you\u2019re with us, read on to find out how we can help. And if not, here\u2019s\u00a0who to speak to at different energy suppliers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Giving financial support and\u00a0energy\u00a0advice<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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British Gas Energy Trust are an independent charity1<\/sup>\u00a0set up to help families and individuals dealing with financial hardship and energy debt across England, Scotland and Wales.<\/p>\n

The rising cost of living means more people are struggling with their finances, many for the first time. If you\u2019re affected and don\u2019t know where to turn, here\u2019s how to\u00a0find the support that\u2019s available<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Want to talk face-to-face?<\/h3>\n

We\u2019re working with the Post Office and the British Gas Energy Trust to run community pop-ups in Post Offices across the UK. Trained advisors from organisations funded by the Trust will be there to talk about the support you can get to manage money and energy 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