Help with Heating Repairs on Offer in Blaby District

Help with heating repairs on offer People living in Blaby district who are in need of a heating repair or replacement boiler can apply for a council grant to help them keep warm through winter. A maximum of £2,500 is available to each applicant. The funding is only available to people who own their home and are disabled or over 60-years-old.  Councillor David Jennings, portfolio holder for health and community services at Blaby District Council said: “Fuel poverty continues to be a problem for people across the district – especially the elderly – and we urge anyone who needs help to contact the Council.” To check eligibility or to apply for a heating grant contact the housing options team on 0116 272 7536 or email housing.adaptations@blaby.gov.uk. People can also visit www.energysavingtrust.org.uk for free advice on saving energy or more information on heating and insulation grants that may be available.

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