LOCAL MLAs have welcomed the announcement of a new £12 million boiler
replacement scheme to increase energy efficiency in 16,000 homes.
The announcement made by DSD Minister Nelson McCausland will be launched in September.
Mr
Paul Givan commented: “I welcome this recent announcement regarding
extra funding for the replacement of boilers over 15 years old. This
measure has proven successful previously and a number of constituents in
Lisburn have benefited from this DSD scheme. This new scheme will
provide an excellent opportunity for those who are vulnerable and less
able in society to increase the energy efficiency of their homes and
also reduce costs. It specifically targets owner occupiers who have a
total gross income of under £40,000 and have a boiler older than 15
years old.
“There are people across Lagan Valley who will greatly
benefit from this new grant scheme and I would urge those who are
eligible to contact the Northern Ireland Housing Executive on 0300 200
7874 for further information. Applications will not be made available
until September but this announcement of secure funding for this is very
welcome.”
Jonathan Craig MLA also welcomed the news saying: “As a
former member of the DSD committee I recall many hours spent debating
the virtuous of such a scheme which at the time was seen as part of the
Governments efforts to tackle fuel poverty, given the massive rise in
the cost of home heating oil since then it is even more relevant today.”
Those
who think they may be eligible can call now on 0300 200 7874 to find
out more and check if they can apply on 0300 200 7874 or
http://www.nidirect.gov.uk
http://www.lisburntoday.co.uk/community/boiler-replacement-scheme-welcomed-1-3905347
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
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