Don’t Accept Fuel Poverty as Inevitable

Don’t Accept Fuel Poverty as Inevitable 

Fuel poverty is not just a cost-of-living issue — it’s a public health emergency. In this episode, our Chief Executive Jenny Danson, is joined by Danielle Butler from National Energy Action (NEA) to explore the bold actions needed to end cold homes for good. 

Key takeaways: 

• Fuel poverty stems from a trio of factors: poor home insulation, low income, and unaffordable energy. 

• It’s linked to over 10,000 excess winter deaths annually. 

• NEA’s Warm Homes Healthy Futures programme is connecting housing and health teams across 70+ places. 

• Local impact and sharing best practise are amplified through regional forums and the Health & Housing working group, turning strategy into action. 

• The Lived Experience Library captures powerful stories to shape better policy and delivery. 

• Social tariffs and structural change are essential to support those worst affected. 

• Use Core20PLUS5 and NICE NG6 to speak the language of health and build effective partnerships. 

Call to action: Don’t accept fuel poverty as inevitable. Embed lived experience in your strategy, join local partnerships, and push for policy reform. 

More from NEA: nea.org.uk