FACT

Last winter Northern Ireland faced the coldest December in over 100 years

FACT

During 2009/2010 there were 756 people aged 65+ who died of cold related illnesses in Northern Ireland

FACT

This year, the UK Government has decided to: 

• Cut the Winter fuel payment for people aged between 60 and 80 by £50
• Cut the Winter fuel payment for people aged over 80 by £100

Age Sector Platform believes that this is a shocking decision and that the Government needs to do more to help tackle the scandal of fuel poverty, not less.

We have to send a clear message that the decision to reduce the help to older people in heating their homes is wrong and dangerous.

We need older people in Northern Ireland to make their voice heard on this critical matter and we ask you to support the campaign by signing our petition.

You can do this online or by signing a campaign postcard.  To request a postcard or to find out more phone 028 9031 2089.  To sign the petition online, click on the link below: