New Drive to Winter-Proof West of Scotland Homes

Stuart McMillan MSP, (SNP) is encouraging people in Inverclyde to take up the Scottish Government's help to winter-proof their homes.

Home Energy Scotland has been set up by the Scottish Government and is a one stop shop for people looking to save energy and lower fuel bills during the winter months. Measures include offering free energy saving gadgets worth £50 in the form of a digital electricity monitor and a stand-by plug which will help households to save, on average, £47 a year on fuel bills and CO2 that would fill 361 wheelie bins.

Mr. McMillan said;

"The range of help available through the Home Energy Hotline include free or discounted insulation, central heating, help to switch to cheaper tariffs and help to ensure people are claiming their full pension and benefit support.

"By offering this help the Scottish Government are once again ensuring people are able to stay warm and keep their bills down this winter. If we see a winter similar to last year this will be a very welcome measure.

"The free energy saving devices and other help will assist households in saving money at a time when everyone is counting the pennies.

"I would encourage anyone in Inverclyde who is unsure of what they can do to call the Home Energy Hotline on 0800 512 012."