As a Highland MSP I have pledged to bring together Albyn Housing,Scottish and Southern Energy and residents to seek solutions to mountains of debt from electricity bills in so-called affordable homes in Strathpeffer.
Following local press coverage lst weekend I visited residents in Ulladale Crescent, Strathpeffer while campaigning in the village.
I was shocked to read then hear first hand of the debt mountain the heating systems have led to.
I aim to help residents reduce huge bills they pay in houses that are only a few years old.
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| Rob visits residents in Ulladale Crescent |
It is clear to me that a breakdown in communications exists between residents, Albyn housing and the power utility SSE that needs to be mended.
Despite few residents wishing to speak out, there are too many people suffering winter fuel bills that would heat up the sky. Meanwhile they are getting themselves into an electricity and rent debt spiral.
I am trying to set up a round table discussion with all parties. There are residents in many streets in the north and all over Scotland in fuel poverty who need this help. This is happening in the most energy-rich nation in Europe but scots are not yet in control of the revenues. I will focus on Ulladale Crescent, Strathpeffer to try to help but I am seeking information from others in a similar heating bill plight. I hope they will contact me with their stories.
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