So, the government isn't going to provide a one-off payment this winter to people in fuel poverty; instead they'll get help with the cost of lagging, double glazing and loft insulation. Well, that's no bloody use to someone who's going to be cold this year - they need help now, not help with reducing their fuel bills next year. Even if they're only charged 10% of the cost, most people won't be able to afford it; even if it will save them hundreds of Pounds in the future.
Then, of course, there are people such as myself to be taken into account; people who rent their houses from private landlords - what incentives do we have to make our homes more energy efficient since it will be future tenants who are likely to accrue the financial benefits?
