Archived press
release.
Even more residents could enjoy a cosy winter thanks to a scheme
that is helping older and more vulnerable people take up the
opportunity of having free loft insulation.
Four people have already benefitted from the Suffolk Coastal
Local Strategic Partnership (LSP) backed scheme run by Suffolk
Coastal to help clear older and more vulnerable peoples’ lofts so
they can have free loft insulation.
“We realised that some older or more vulnerable people who are
eligible for the loft insulation scheme cannot take advantage of it
because they cannot get into their lofts to clear them out. Our
initiative is helping residents move and sort through their
belongings so the insulation can be installed,” said Cllr Chris
Slemmings, Cabinet Member for Housing.
“There is still some money available so it is not too late for
residents to contact us and get help. I would encourage anyone who
may be eligible to call us now to make sure they do not miss out on
the help on offer which, because of the limited funds, is on a
first come, first served basis.
“By properly insulating their home residents will see the
benefits immediately saving money on their energy bills. Fuel costs
are a major part of anyone’s budget and any steps that can be taken
to make homes more energy efficient and cut our residents’ bills
has to be welcomed,” added Cllr Slemmings.
Residents who receive state benefits or are over the age of 70
may be eligible for free loft and cavity wall insulation and may
also be able to benefit from the loft clearing pilot scheme.
Suffolk Coastal will arrange the insulation process will arrange
the insulation work and the contractors to carry it out.
Suffolk Coastal can also arrange help with sorting through
possessions while helping residents to clear loft space. The
Council can contact Age Concern who will then arrange a reliable
and trusted contractor to help with the sorting and clearing
process, and disposing of anything residents no longer wish to
keep.
Residents can find out if they are eligible for free insulation
by calling the Carbon Reduction Initiative (Cri) on 0800 232
1677.
Residents that would like to find out more information about the
loft clearance scheme can contact Jayne Howlett, project
coordinator on 01394 444506 or email
jayne.howlett@suffolkcoastal.gov.uk
There is also useful information on
www.suffolkcoastal.gov.uk/yourhome/energy/loftclearance