McGlone highlights issue for farmers receiving £600 energy support payment

Posted on by pete baker

SDLP Rural Communities Spokesperson Patsy McGlone has said that a number of farmers are experiencing issues claiming their £600 energy support payment. Farmers who only have access to a business account for their banking have been unable to avail of the scheme. Mr McGlone has raised the issue with the British government’s Department for Business, … Continue reading McGlone highlights issue for farmers receiving £600 energy support payment

AQW 24843/17-22 – Lower utility costs for social housing

Posted on by pete baker

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Communities what mechanisms are in place for social housing providers to ensure that their tenants have access to a competitive utility market. Minister for Communities: My Department’s responsibility is to ensure that social housing properties have a fit for purpose heating system. The current Housing … Continue reading AQW 24843/17-22 – Lower utility costs for social housing

AQW 24840/17-22 – Help with rising energy costs

Posted on by pete baker

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Communities, in light of rising energy costs, what provision will be made within the benefits system to provide an additional domestic heating payment for people on lower income. Minister for Communities: The Social Fund Cold Weather Payment Scheme provides a one off payment of £25 … Continue reading AQW 24840/17-22 – Help with rising energy costs