Why is cavity wall insulation important?
A third of all the heat lost in an uninsulated home goes through the walls. If your house is older than the 1990’s it may not have any wall insulation at all.
A third of all the heat lost in an uninsulated home goes through the walls. If your house is older than the 1990’s it may not have any wall insulation at all.
Loft insulation: up to a quarter of your home’s heat escapes through the roof; you can solve this by laying mineral wool under the rafters.
The Energy Saving Trust says boilers account for about 55% of what people spend each year on energy bills, so an efficient boiler makes a big difference. Depending on your boiler’s age, a new efficient one could save you up to £300 per year.
You may be eligible for free insulation/cavity wall/boiler if you meet certain criteria. Speak to your energy provider or the Energy Saving Advice Service on 0300 123 1234.
Insulating your home is one of the most effective ways to cut your energy bills – you could save up to £180 a year by insulating your loft and £140 with cavity wall insulation.
Today thousands of children will march for road safety from their school gates in the annual Giant Walking Bus. This brilliant event raises awareness of the dangers of traffic, and raises funds for Brake’s work to improve road safety and care for road crash victims.
If your street is littered with dog mess, you can ask your local council to clean it under the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005.
It is the responsibility of the dog owner or the person in charge of the dog to clear up any dog foul left by their dog. If you fail to clean up after your dog you can be issued with a Fixed Penalty Notice, or if the case goes to court a fine of up to £1,000.
You can play a bigger role in your local community if you want to improve your area, make a positive impact on the lives of those around you or help to foster a greater sense of neighbourhood. Speak to your local council about any projects you’d like to get involved in.
Anyone that drops litter in a public place is committing a crime and they can be fined under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act. The fine is between £50 – £80, and if not paid a magistrates’ court can impose a fine of up to £2,500.