29 January 2012
St Helens householders struggling to afford their energy bills are being urged not to miss out on a government heating and insulation improvements scheme.
An estimated £30 million-worth of Warm Front heating and insulation grants is set to go unclaimed by 31st March – and it won’t be carried over into the new financial year.
That means hundreds of vulnerable households in St Helens could miss out on desperately needed support.
Susan Rahman of St Helens Green Party says:
"The poorest pensioners and families are being hammered by high energy prices, but the Warm Front scheme could help struggling households reduce their bills by an average of £650 per year.
“The scheme offers heating and insulation improvements to those on certain income-related benefits who live in poorly insulated homes, or do not have central heating. If you think you might be eligible, get your claim in now.”
Applications can be made online at www.direct.gov.uk/warmfront or by phoning 0800 316 2805.
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