As the weather seems to be turning chillier, some news about the Warm Homes Fund, established by National Grid to help tackle fuel poverty in both rural and urban areas.
More than 9000 homes are set to benefit from the first round of payments, and bids are currently invited from local authorities and social housing providers for round two.
More information here
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