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23/11/2004
Government launch strategy on fuel poverty
A new strategy aimed at tackling fuel poverty in Northern Ireland was launched today by the Government.
‘Ending Fuel Poverty: A Strategy for Northern Ireland’, through its ‘Warm Homes Scheme’, aims to eradicate fuel poverty “for all vulnerable groups and those who live in social housing by 2010 and in non-vulnerable households by 2016”.
Speaking at today’s launch in the offices of EAGA Partnership in Dungannon, Social Development Minister John Spellar said: “Living in a cold home is not just uncomfortable; it is dangerous and potentially fatal.
“Fuel poverty damages health and social well-being, and those who suffer most are older people and young children.
“Today’s announcement encourages action to be taken forward in partnership and that is why I am here to launch the strategy with one of our key partners (EAGA).”
The Warm Homes Scheme provides a range of energy efficient measures such as insulation, draught proofing and advice to homeowners and private sector tenants in receipt of certain benefits. Gas or oil powered central heating systems are also provided to over 60’s.
To find out if you qualify for Warm Homes can contact EAGA Partnership on 0800 181 667.
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‘Ending Fuel Poverty: A Strategy for Northern Ireland’, through its ‘Warm Homes Scheme’, aims to eradicate fuel poverty “for all vulnerable groups and those who live in social housing by 2010 and in non-vulnerable households by 2016”.
Speaking at today’s launch in the offices of EAGA Partnership in Dungannon, Social Development Minister John Spellar said: “Living in a cold home is not just uncomfortable; it is dangerous and potentially fatal.
“Fuel poverty damages health and social well-being, and those who suffer most are older people and young children.
“Today’s announcement encourages action to be taken forward in partnership and that is why I am here to launch the strategy with one of our key partners (EAGA).”
The Warm Homes Scheme provides a range of energy efficient measures such as insulation, draught proofing and advice to homeowners and private sector tenants in receipt of certain benefits. Gas or oil powered central heating systems are also provided to over 60’s.
To find out if you qualify for Warm Homes can contact EAGA Partnership on 0800 181 667.
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