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The municipality of Dinkelland decided last week to expand the target group for energy surcharge. Households with an income of up to 150 percent of the social assistance standard can apply for an energy allowance. They can submit an application until 31 December 2023.The Dinkelland city council has made an extra amount available for households that experience problems due to the high energy costs. The College has decided to use these funds to broaden the target group that may be eligible for energy surcharge.New target groupThe target group eligible for energy supplement has been extended to an income of 150 percent of the applicable social assistance standard. The allowance is paid on a graduated basis.Inflation is causing problems for many low-income people. We help residents to make their homes more sustainable so that energy costs remain low and we help residents with a low income go the extra mile. We do this with an energy surcharge that decreases in steps as income increases to also give people who earn just a little more a helping hand says alderman Cel Severijn.Energy surcharge 2023A bill has been submitted for the energy surcharge for 2023. We are waiting for decision-making by the State. This law is expected to be passed in June 2023. After that municipalities can start working on the surcharge for 2023.Need helpDo you have any questions Are the increased energy costs causing bigger problems Or are you unsure whether you are entitled to the energy surcharge Via Schakel the municipality can provide tailor-made solutions. In this way we prevent the debts of residents from rising further. Schakel looks for a solution together with you.