This week is due to be very cold, with snowy weather and icy conditions.

Remember, it's really important that you stay warm - especially if you're elderly, have health conditions or have young children living with you.

Here are a few top tips on how you can stay warm this week:

  • Keep your heating on low throughout the day. Keep the doors of unheated rooms open to allow some warmth in.

  • Heat yourself if you're worried about the cost of energy - layer up on your clothes, use hot water bottles, blankets, and wear thick socks and slippers.
  • Eat regularly and have at least one hot meal a day with plenty of hot drinks.
  • Warm yourself up by moving around and avoid sitting for long periods of time.
  • Remember the support available - contact us if you're worried about the cost of energy, food or other household bills. Visit www.westkent.org/helpforyou
  • Check to see if you'd be eligible for Cold Weather Payments, visit www.gov.uk/cold-weather-payment

Progress continues at Mills Crescent

Work is continuing at Mills Crescent in Seal, where 13 new affordable homes for rent are being delivered to help meet local housing need.

 

Your voice, Our action: How residents are helping improve accessibility and support

For this month's Your voice, Our action story, we're highlighting how residents are helping shape West Kent services through their involvement in our Scrutiny Panel.