Money available to improve household energy efficiency

Orkney householders are being urged to seek assistance to improve the energy efficiency of their homes.

Housing and welfare minister Margaret Burgess has announced that households can apply for up to £1,200 financial assistance from the Scottish Government to pay for energy improvement measures, such as cavity and loft insulation, double glazing, a new boiler or draft proofing.

For more information or to apply for a Green Homes cashback voucher, see www.energysavingtrust.org.uk or telephone 0800 512 012.