The Government announced today that the end date of unused subsidy/relief balances under the Electricity Charges Subsidy Scheme and the Electricity Charges Relief Scheme for 2024/25 will be extended by one year to December 31, 2026.

The Government explained that the extension is being granted as a considerable number of households have not yet used up the subsidy/relief disbursed to them.

All unused balances will be carried forward to cover billed electricity charges up until December 31, 2026, or the date of account closure, whichever is earlier. This will be reflected in the bills of eligible accounts.

The Government added that it will keep the situation under review and consider whether a further extension is necessary.

For enquiries on account matters, CLP Power Hong Kong users can call 2678 2678, while Hongkong Electric Company users can call 2887 3411.