Published Thursday 23 April 2026 at 11:29
Do you rely on oil for heating?
You may be eligible for a £300 one-off payment to help with rising heating costs.
Following the Government’s announcement of new support through the Crisis and Resilience Fund, the council is inviting applications from residents who are off the gas grid and struggling to afford an oil refill.
The price of home heating oil has soared due to the war between the 
US-Israel and Iran.
To apply, residents must:
- Be aged 16 or over
- Live in Blackburn with Darwen
- Use oil as their main heating source and not be connected to the gas grid
- Be unable to afford an oil refill (a quote or invoice is required)
- Be receiving Universal Credit, a disability-related benefit, or be on a low income
Income limits apply and must be under £26,057 for a single working adult, or £38,870 for households with two or more working adults, with savings of up to £16,000.
Applicants will need to provide:
- Proof of benefits or income
- A recent bank statement
- A heating oil quote or invoice
If you require further information please see Oil heating grant | Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
Filed under : Oil; costs; crisis fund