Keeping Warm this Winter helping to meet the costs Cllr Ann Phelan General Election Candidate
Keeping Warm this Winter Fuel Scheme The Winter Fuel Scheme is intended to help those who are unable to provide for their own heating needs. The scheme operates for 32 weeks from September to April. You may qualify for this scheme, if you are receiving a Social Welfare payment from the HSE. Eligibility for this payment is subject to a means test and is also dependent on who is living in the house. If you are getting Natural Gas or Electricity Allowance under the Household Benefits Package and you use gas or electricity for your heating, you may also be entitled to The Fuel Allowance. The basic rate of Fuel Allowance is €20 per week with an extra €3.90 if you live in a smokeless fuel area. You should apply for the Fuel Allowance now as the allowance will not be backdated.
How to apply: · Application forms are available online at: http://www.welfare.ie/EN/Forms/Documents/nfs1.pdf · Applications are also available from your local Post Office · You can also Text "Form FUEL" followed by your name and address to 51909
Contact Information:
Cllr Ann Phelan General Election Candidate Tel: 059 - 9724310 Mobile: 086 - 3294420 Email: annmphelan@eircom.net