The UK government has confirmed the Stormont Executive will receive £1.7m to assist with heating oil expenses for households in Northern Ireland. This funding aims to alleviate financial pressure during a period of rising energy costs.
A Lisburn woman reported she cannot afford to refill her oil tank and has had to dry clothes at her mother's home. She described relying on oil for heating due to a cold and wet winter.
A Newtownabbey pensioner noted a 300-litre oil order rose from under £200 to £350 in a few months. Another Belfast resident said a 500-litre purchase doubled in price within weeks.