£5,000 funding for home improvements could help reduce energy bills this year

The Scottish Government recently announced changes to the eligibility criteria for Warmer Homes Scotland

which could help around 110,000 more households struggling to stay warm and keep on top of energy bills access funding and support.

Changes to eligibility criteria last year now means that people aged 16 or over, with an eligible 'passport' benefit, can access energy-saving home improvements such as insulation and draught-proofing to help make their home easier to keep warm. Those aged 60 or over, with a 'passport' benefit, can access the full range of Warmer Homes Scotland support and people aged 75 or over, without a working heating system, no longer need to be in receipt of a benefit to access support.

Check if you qualify on the website here or call Warmer Homes Scotland on 0808 808 2282. Below is a quick overview of eligibility for the scheme, including the passport benefits and how to apply.

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