Homeowners missing out on grants

2:40pm Friday 20th April 2007

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UP TO 36,500 homeowners across Bolton could be missing out on grants to make their homes more energy efficient.

In the past year, nearly 3,000 residents have received grants of up to £2,700 to help pay for energy-saving improvements, such as cavity walling, loft insulation, draught proofing and heating improvements.

But the government says many more could benefit from its £1.5million Warm Front Grant programme.

Scheme Director, Adrian Hull, said: "We're delighted that Warm Front has been able to improve the lives of so many residents in Bolton. But there are many people who could be warmer and better off and have not yet applied.

"We're urging eligible residents to give us a call. A combination of efficient heating and insulation measures could well save you up to £300 a year on fuel bills, and will help benefit the environment as well as your pocket by reducing energy wastage."

People aged over 60, in receipt of pension credit, council tax benefit, housing benefit, or income-based job seekers allowance may qualify for the scheme. Disabled people who receive benefits, as well as benefit claimants with children under 16, are also being encouraged to apply.

For more information, call the Warm Front helpline free on 0800 316 6007 and quote reference MK858. A trained advisor will ask you a few simple questions to see whether you qualify.