Norfolk, like much of the UK, continues to face challenges stemming from the ongoing energy crisis. Rising energy costs have significantly impacted both individual households and the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector within the county.
We’re delivering free advice and awareness sessions for consumers, where you can find out how to be more energy efficient by making small changes in the home, and where you can get additional support.
Under the new energy price cap, average energy bills will be £1,568 a year - a reduction of 7% compared to the previous price cap. That’s good news, right? Except that standing charges will increase by 10%. And, despite these lower prices, typical bills will still be almost 30% higher than in winter 2021-22.
The Government has recently removed VAT on the installation of certain energy-saving materials for buildings used solely for a relevant charitable purpose.
Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) have created a survey with Utility Aid to better understand how the energy price rise is affecting Village Halls.
Community Action Norfolk are becoming more concerned with the energy price rise and the impact it is having on not only individuals, but on charities and village halls. That is why we are launching a campaign to raise awareness of the issue and to advocate for change.