Dorset elderly in crisis over fuel poverty, warn Citizens Advice
The charity warns that being in debt to energy companies is causing older people in Dorset to feel stress and anxiety.
The charity warns that being in debt to energy companies is causing older people in Dorset to feel stress and anxiety.
Citizens Advice will hold two Keep Warm events, and offer advice to local residents, on 30 November.
Funding of £400 is now available for people in Dorset without a direct relationship with an energy supplier.
The government’s announcement that it will slash energy support for small firms is causing concern says Federation of Small Businesses.
Dorset Chamber chief executive says the package falls short for businesses that are seriously struggling.
Dorset Chamber and John Reid and Sons both say that whilst they welcome the price cap more help will be needed in six months time.
Chamber chief executive Ian Girling calls for strong leadership from the newly elected Prime Minister Liz Truss.
Bournemouth Coastal BID is warning that surging energy costs could lead to business closures and hit tourism in the town causing irreparable harm.