East Lindsey District Council, GB
Non-Metropolitan District in England
United Kingdom
East Lindsey District Council, GB lowers household energy costs with Green Homes pilot
The pilot provides grants to 300 eligible households in Mablethorpe and Skegness. Households must have E, F, or G Energy Performance Ratings and annual income of less than £30,000 to qualify for grants up to £10,000. Council officials also offer a path for landlords to qualify for £5,000 if they fund at least one-third of proposed upgrades. Green Homes funds are used for energy-saving improvements including insulation, window upgrades, and smart thermometers.
East Lindsey District Council, GB
United Kingdom
East Lindsey District Council, GB brings new orchards to the community with Bearing Fruit initiative
Bearing Fruit turns unused green space into orchards with fruit-bearing trees. Ten sites were identified for the program including three Platform Housing communities. Each orchard features up to 20 trees, providing community benefits without a large footprint. District officials will engage and train volunteers to maintain orchards by late 2021. Community orchards align with council goals including biodiversity, tree cover, and access to healthy food.
East Lindsey District Council, GB
United Kingdom
East Lindsey District Council, GB improves shop experiences with Healthy You, Health Businesses
The council works with business specialists at The Rural Retailer to help shops in Alford and Spilsby. Participating stores receive walk-throughs from their assigned specialists that determine strengths and areas in need of improvement. Recommendations on store layout, staff training, and other features help stores better serve their customers after the COVID-19 lockdown. The initial pilot assists six shops in each town with potential expansion into neighboring communities.
East Lindsey District Council, GB
United Kingdom
East Lindsey District Council, GB helps people off the streets with Rough Sleeping Prevention Team
The Rough Sleeping Prevention Team responds to hotline calls from rough sleepers or residents concerned for rough sleepers. Outreach efforts are also conducted to proactively assist those sleeping in public spaces. Team members work with each individual on a plan to find permanent housing and improve their circumstances. The council's Housing First approach takes into account unique health issues that require specific housing types.
East Lindsey District Council, GB
United Kingdom