Cabinet has rubber stamped the plan which will see grants of more than €25,000 made available for full retrofits, while up to 80% of the cost of smaller projects will also be covered.
Low interest Government loans will also be made available later this year, while up to 400 energy upgrades a month will be conducted for low income families free of charge.
One-stop-shops will also be set up, where people can get their homes assessed, apply for grants and arrange to have the work carried out.
Poor First Half Leaves Wicklow Too Much To Do In Tailteann Cup Defeat To Laois
O'Moore's the pity for travelling Wicklow side who must now regroup quickly as attention turns to Monday’s Tailteann Cup Round Two draw
Jennifer Whitmore Reiterates Calls for Stronger Action on Puppy Farming
A Wicklow TD has gain appealed stronger laws to tackle what she describes as the exploitation of dogs in puppy farming, saying current legislation is not doing enough to protect animal welfare.
Illegal Dumping In Wicklow Uplands Falls Significantly Over The Last Decade
Volunteer collaboration is working well in combating illegal dumping in many parts of Wicklow
Gardaí Encourage Tradies Who've Had Tools Stolen To Get In Touch
If you believe any of the recovered tools belong to you, contact your local Garda Station with details of the items missing. Proof of ownership may be required.
Man Charged With Serious Firearm Offences Refused Bail at Bray District Court
A Glock 19 pistol and a Smith & Wesson semi-automatic handgun, and a viable hand grenade were among the firearms located in a safe in the defendant’s bedroom.
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