Affordability

A new crisis fund has opened for people who are at risk of being cut off by their energy suppliers. The fund can help people who have almost run out of energy or who have received a bill that they cannot pay.

You can only apply for help if you meet

• conditions about your income, and
• conditions about your energy or fuel

You'll have to give evidence to show you meet these conditions when you apply.

Stamp duty thresholds in Northern Ireland change on 1 July 2021. Buyers will continue to pay reduced rates of stamp duty until 1 October 2021, at which point rates will revert to pre-pandemic levels. 

Stamp duty in Northern Ireland from 1 July 2021

The stamp duty rates from 1 July 2021 are

The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on all our lives.  As well as health concerns, many have been struggling with financial issues. It's important that people claim any financial help they can. The Make the Call service can help to identify benefits and entitlements you may be able to claim.