State pensioners can get £1,900 worth of support from major energy suppliers British Gas or Octopus Energy this winter. : State pensioners are being urged to check if they can claim from a pool of £1,900 in total available from British Gas and Octopus Energy this winter if they’re no longer eligible for a £300 Winter Fuel Payment. Both of the energy firms offer schemes which can help older customers who are struggling this winter after losing their Winter Fuel Payment.