Do you or someone you know need extra support during a power cut?
Although power cuts don’t happen very often when they do they can be worrying. UK Power Networks is the electricity network and it provides a ‘Priority Services Register’ for people who might need extra help in a power cut.
UK Power Networks delivers the electricity to homes and businesses across London the East and South East of England, including Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch, and it’s our job to make sure that the lights stay on.
Older people, families with very young children, and people with specific medical conditions are among the many people who are eligible to register for free support. You can find more details and register by visiting: ukpowernetworks.co.uk/prioritysupport or calling: 0800 169 9970.
This winter we are keen to increase the number of people who are registered for help so we can provide the support they need quicker in case of a power cut
Since 2010 we have reduced the frequency of power cuts by 42%, however we recognise that while power cuts are less frequent, when they do still occur they can be very worrying, especially to older people, people with chronic medical conditions or parents of very young children. That’s why we have set up a ‘Priority Services Register’ to enable us to identify vulnerable people quickly in the event of a power cut and get them the help they need.
You can find more about our free ‘Priority Services Register’, including information about who is eligible to register at: ukpowernetworks.co.uk/internet/en/power-cuts/priority-services-during-a-power-cut/
Councillor Gerry Lewin
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