Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 May 2023
166. Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if those working on community employment schemes and in receipt of fuel allowance are entitled to apply for SEAI better energy warmer homes scheme. [22638/23]
View answerThe Warmer Homes Scheme offers free energy upgrades or eligible homeowners who are most at risk of energy poverty. Eligibility for the Scheme is linked to receipt of certain Department of Social Protection payments, including the Fuel Allowance.
Households where someone is participating in a Community Employment scheme and is also in receipt of Fuel Allowance are eligible to apply to the Warmer Homes scheme provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.
All information on the Warmer Homes Scheme is available on the SEAI website at www.seai.ie/grants/home-energy-grants/free-upgrades-for-eligible-homes.
