Energy Infrastructure

Cost of Living Payments

Andy Burnham announces cost of living payments for households near energy infrastructure

Under the leadership of Andy Burnham, 100,000 households living within 500 metres of energy pylons and infrastructure will receive Cost of Living payments starting early next year. This initiative forms part of a wider …

By Ellis Craig · Wednesday 12 August 2026 · 2 min read

Energy Infrastructure

Andy Burnham announces cost of living discounts for homes near new energy pylons

Andy Burnham’s Labour government has confirmed a scheme to provide financial relief to households situated within 500 metres of new or upgraded energy pylons and associated grid infrastructure. The Department for Energy …

By Ryhs Tomlinson · Wednesday 12 August 2026 · 2 min read