“Take advantage of Warm Homes Schemes” urges Bell
Lagan Valley MLA Billy Bell has urged applicable residents to take advantage of the Department of Social Development’s ‘Warm Home Scheme’, which provides a grant of up to £750 to install insulation measures in private sector housing.
Mr Bells comments follow a meeting with the DSD and Eaga Partnership, who outlined to Mr Bell the eligibility criteria for those wishing to embark on the scheme.
Mr Bell said:
“I fully support the warm homes scheme and would urge those who are applicable to take full advantage of what’s on offer. The scheme’s package of insulation measures ensure that homes will have significantly reduced energy costs. Cavity Wall insulation, reflective radiator panels, loft insulation and draught proofing are just some of the measures made available.
“Those who are entitled to the scheme include householders with a child under the age of 16 and who are in receipt of certain benefits, including disability, income support and housing benefit. Householders over 60 are also eligible for further measures included in the ‘Warm Homes Plus’ Scheme.
“As UUP Disabilities and Older Person’s Spokesperson, I can certainly see the benefits for the more vulnerable section of our society, especially older people and the elderly. Despite being launched in 2001, there are still those who have not taken advantage of the scheme and I would urge them to contact EAGA for more information”.