Boiler replacementscheme welcomed

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.

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“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

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