Worcestershire's 'fuel poor' to get funding to replace broken boilers - The Bromsgrove Standard

Worcestershire's 'fuel poor' to get funding to replace broken boilers

Bromsgrove Editorial 4th Feb, 2018   0

VITAL funding to replace broken boilers across Worcestershire has been made available to the county council.

The money from the Warm Homes Discount Industry Initiative ran by Agility Eco will support households where the gas boiler has broken and the property is considered to be fuel poor.

The project builds on the authority’s successful Boilers on Prescription scheme which came to end last year.

It resulted in expected annual savings of more than £300 per household receiving a new heating system.




Coun Tony Miller, cabinet member with responsibility for the environment, said: “It’s fantastic that Worcestershire is being rewarded for its dedication in supporting residents to access one of the most basic of modern day essentials; a warm home.

“Being recognised on several fronts in this area means we have a real opportunity to pave the way for heating residents homes, particularly those who are most vulnerable, going forward.


“If anyone thinks they could be eligible for the funding, I urge them to get in touch and see what is available to help them keep warm this winter.”

The funding will be allocated on a first come first serve basis and residents must apply before the deadline of the end of March. To access the money, households must first contact charity Act on Energy who will complete an eligibility survey.

Eligibility will be based on the applicant being in receipt of means-tested benefits or meeting criteria from the Energy Company Obligation during the initial application phase as well as having a broken or inefficient boiler.

Those eligible for the funding will then be referred to the contractor for a technical survey which will determine what work needs to be completed.

For more information and to confirm eligibility call Act on Energy 0800 988 2881.

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