Rural households across North Lincolnshire who rely on heating oil are set to receive extra help – with funding on the way. Over 600 households have registered for support already and the council is asking anyone who hasn’t registered to get in touch as soon as possible.
Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “We know this is hitting people in our rural communities hard – families who rely on heating oil don’t have the same protections as those on mains gas.
“If you use heating oil then come forward – help will be available from the council.”
Cllr Tim Mitchell, cabinet member for transformation and sustainability, said: “We’ve always backed our rural communities – whether that’s keeping services local, investing in villages, or stepping in when people need support. This is about doing what matters for residents.”
A support scheme will be live before the end of the month.
**What you need to do**
If you use heating oil to heat your home, register your interest through the council portal.
If you need help completing the form, you can also visit your local community hub where staff will support you to get registered.
