£500 vouchers for over 60s to replace old boilers- 04/06/2010

Vouchers worth £500 will be available from April 6 in the boiler scrappage scheme in Wales.  The scrappage scheme in Wales will specifically target people in fuel poverty, and from next month the scheme will be open to applications from homeowners over the age of 60 who will can apply for a £500 voucher towards the cost of replacing a G-rated boiler with an A-rated boiler.

Replacing a G-rated boiler with an A-rated boiler could save households up to £235 per year in energy costs, as well as significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 

From 6 April applicants will be able to apply by telephone on 0800 316 2816 or online at www.heeswales.co.uk. Successful applicants will be sent a voucher worth £500