Make sure you're registered to vote in time for the local elections this May

What is new in the May 2023 elections?

The Election Act 2022 was granted Royal Assent and passed into law on 28 April 2022, and this will bring significant changes to the way elections are run. One of the most significant changes is that you will need to show photographic identification (ID) when you attend a polling station to cast your vote. 

Work begins on £8.6m Campus for Future Living in Mablethorpe

Household Support Fund launched in South and East Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire Community Foundation will be distributing vital funds of up to £300 to individuals and families, who have not received any cost of living support, to those living in Boston Borough, or the districts of East Lindsey and South Holland. Funding originates from UK Government via the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership's Household Support Scheme.

We recognised there are many households across these areas who are finding themselves in financial hardship or just about managing, but do not qualify for any other benefit or income support. Support will be given in the form of vouchers for food, fuel and other essential living costs/items.

Sutton on Sea Colonnade and Pleasure Gardens redevelopment works to get underway following final planning approval

site are due to get underway soon, with an aim for the new development to be completed and operational by the end of May 2024. 

The project, which was shaped alongside feedback and consultation with local residents and businesses, is part of the Connected Coast Town Deal and has been approved by the Government to receive £4.2m of Town Deal funding, with the remaining costs funded by East Lindsey District Council.

UK first as the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership facilitates mini wind turbine pilot for Lincolnshire businesses

DSR Energy and Ventum Dynamics have been impressed with the SELCP, the forward thinking approach and attitude to collaborative working with a commitment to achieving a circular economy. They have brought Norwegian technology to Lincolnshire for a three-month pilot to start generating green energy, with a view to the sub region leading the way to roll out these cutting edge turbines.

South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership receive additional Green Homes Grant funding

(LAD3) scheme but now has capacity to support more households. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (ESNZ) - formerly BEIS - has confirmed the current LAD3 scheme will be the last round of support for properties with a mains gas connection so it is an opportunity to help additional properties before the funding stream closes.

The Sustainable Warmth Team would be delighted to hear from homeowners and landlords that would like to take advantage of the grant which is available to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Grants of up to £10,000 will be available to owner-occupiers with no contribution required. Grants of up to £5,000 will also be available to landlords although landlords are required to fund one third of the cost of works themselves. Grant funding is limited so please don't delay in contacting us.

To be eligible for the grant, your property must have an Energy Performance Rating of E, F or G and a household income of less than £31k or in receipt of certain benefits.

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