Funding approved for fuel poverty support in the Glenrothes area

The Glenrothes Area Committee has awarded £18,982 to St Andrews Environmental Network, extending fuel poverty support for residents in the area until March next year (2026) and launching a new pilot reuse initiative – Reuse Rothes.

The multi-agency Glenrothes Against Poverty (GAP) group has identified ongoing needs in the area for fuel support and access to essential household goods. According to the Fuel Poverty Composite Index report for Glenrothes, seven of Fife’s top 12 areas most at risk of fuel poverty are in Glenrothes.

Councillor John Beare, Convener of the Glenrothes Area Committee, said: “Since November 2023, 336 households have been supported by St Andrew Environmental Network’s Glenrothes-based energy advisor. Today’s funding means this will continue until March 2026. It also means that essential household packs, under the Reuse Rothes initiative, will be provided to households who need them over the winter months when demand is at its highest.”

The Reuse Rothes pilot, supported by several organisations, will offer personalised saving guidance, home assessments, help with grants and energy discounts and referrals for money advice or appliance repairs. By reusing working products and goods, the initiative will also help reduce landfill waste – tackling poverty and climate action together.

If you or someone you know needs support, visit www.standrewsenvironmental.org or call 01334 237950.