People living in North Lanarkshire urged to apply for energy bill cash boost

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People living in North Lanarkshire on low incomes and who don’t claim benefits could be in line for a £150 cash boost to help with energy bills.The North Lanarkshire Fuel Hardship payment is part of North Lanarkshire Council’s £8.6m package to support people faced with the spiralling cost of living crisis.North Lanarkshire residents who are working and meet the income thresholds are urged to apply by December 3 to get immediate help with energy bills.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android For those who are worried about heating costs at home, the council is working with voluntary partners to provide a network of more than 120 community and council facilities where people can drop in and be welcomed in a warm, safe and stigma-free environment.Facilities will be open from Monday, November 14, and each venue’s location and opening times can be found online.NLC leader Jim Logue told Lanarkshire Live: “Our £8.6m cost of living package is my absolute priority.

Residents are facing enormous challenges, and the council is responding.“While the council can’t fix the cost-of-living crisis, it’s important that people know what support is available.“The North Lanarkshire Fuel Hardship payment is just one of several steps we are taking to support residents who are worried about energy bills.