British Gas Energy Trust
Also known as: Bget
The Trust contributes to the relief of poverty, with a particular focus on fuel poverty. It helps families and individuals experiencing hardship who are struggling with gas and electricity debts by awarding grants to clear those debts. The Trust also funds organisations across England, Wales and Scotland to provide fuel debt and money advice services within communities.
Activities & Mission
The Trust contributes to the relief of poverty, with a particular focus on fuel poverty. It helps families and individuals experiencing hardship who are struggling with gas and electricity debts by awarding grants to clear those debts. The Trust also funds organisations across England, Wales and Scotland to provide fuel debt and money advice services within communities.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 93% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2019 — British Gas Energy Trust (organisation 4011209)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £15,774,216 | £16,641,582 | £16,641,582 | £10,860,455 | £6,235,513 | 19 / 0 |
| 2024 | £24,230,359 | £18,611,501 | £18,611,501 | £11,727,821 | £266,913 | 14 / 0 |
| 2023 | £24,882,767 | £22,712,435 | £22,712,435 | £6,108,963 | £2,500,820 | 8 / 0 |
| 2022 | £8,300,482 | £6,985,216 | £6,985,216 | £3,938,631 | £2,419,580 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £6,002,823 | £6,182,633 | £6,182,633 | £2,623,365 | £2,623,365 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about British Gas Energy Trust
What does British Gas Energy Trust do?
The Trust contributes to the relief of poverty, with a particular focus on fuel poverty. It helps families and individuals experiencing hardship who are struggling with gas and electricity debts by awarding grants to clear those debts. The Trust also funds organisations across England, Wales and Scotland to provide fuel debt and money advice services within communities.
How much income did British Gas Energy Trust report in 2025?
British Gas Energy Trust reported total income of £15.77m and reported expenditure of £16.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is British Gas Energy Trust?
British Gas Energy Trust has a program ratio of 105.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was British Gas Energy Trust registered as a charity?
British Gas Energy Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 August 2018 as charity number 1179578. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs British Gas Energy Trust?
British Gas Energy Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Gas Energy Trust operate?
British Gas Energy Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is British Gas Energy Trust a registered charity?
Yes — British Gas Energy Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179578.
Details
65-66 LINCOLN'S INN FIELDS
LONDON
WC2A 3LH
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Also Known As
- Bget
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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