The decision to rule out cash handouts for households struggling with soaring fuel bills has been blasted by unions as a "downright disgrace".
Ministers were expected to unveil plans to give each household up to £100 following in-depth discussions with power companies.
But Whitehall sources confirmed that the Government will instead focus on long-term proposals, including support for energy efficiency measures.
The Unite union said "greedy" fuel companies have won out over struggling consumers and people need an "immediate respite" from rising energy costs.
Left-leaning pressure group Compass said the real disappointment will be felt by the "fuel poor who will go cold this winter".
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