Applications Open for Eco-Upgrades to Essex Residences: Residents across Essex can apply to have solar panels, heat pumps and more energy-efficient measures installed for little to no cost.
ECO4 Flex and the Great British Insulation Scheme Flex (GBIS) are being offered by Essex County Council through Better Housing, Better Health to help improve energy inefficient properties.
Both schemes are available to homeowners and tenants, with landlord permission, with an income below £31,000 and Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) between D and G. Residents with a property tax band between A and D can also apply for the GBIS.
Both schemes are also available to residents with a qualifying benefit or health condition. No income limit is applied to those with a qualifying health condition.
Check your eligibility at www.essex.gov.uk/energy-company-obligation-eco4-and-great-british-insulation-scheme-gbis.
Foster Carers Needed in Essex Sadly, last year over 500 vulnerable children came into care and Essex County Council (ECC) are looking for kind, compassionate foster carers who will give children the opportunity to enjoy their childhood. We believe every child deserves a safe place to call home.
If even one person decides to foster, it can make an incredible difference in a child’s life. See the attached poster for how to get further details.