Martin Lewis says Warm Home Discount change is 'exactly the right direction'

Millions of households are set to save an extra £39 a year on their energy bills under new proposals (Image: ITV)

Millions of homes across the country stand to pocket an additional £39 annually on their energy costs following proposals to restructure how the Warm Home Discount scheme is financed.

The government has opened a consultation proposing to transfer the expense from the standing charge component of bills to the unit rate that consumers are charged for their energy consumption. The shift would particularly advantage those with lower energy usage, including financially stretched households who find it difficult to afford adequate heating and lighting.

The consultation period closes on January 6. Money-saving expert Martin Lewis welcomed the move, stating: "This is exactly t