Representatives from Welsh Government's Nest scheme will be on hand at the St. Patricks Community Hall, Pennar, next Thursday February 27, to provide advice and support to people who find it hard to heat their homes.

The pop-up energy shop event, which has been organised by Pembrokeshire Communities First, will run from 10 am - 4 pm, and aims to offer residents advice on saving money on their fuel bills, managing their money, obtaining debt counselling and also advice on home safety.

The Nest scheme provides all householders in Wales with advice via a Freephone number on saving energy, money management, as well as making sure people are on the best fuel tariff for them and whether they're entitled to any benefits to boost their income. Nest advisors can also provide initial guidance on energy efficiency schemes across Wales that offer home improvements at no cost or low cost to the householder.

The scheme, which is managed by British Gas, offers home improvements at no cost to applicants who own or privately rent their home, live in a property that is very energy inefficient and receive a means tested state benefit.

Lee Parry, head of Nest, said: "We are committed to helping those most in need across Pembrokeshire to heat their homes for less and this event is a great opportunity for us to meet people face-to-face from the region and advise them of the advice and support which is available to them through the Nest scheme.

"A lot of people who are struggling to heat their homes may not even realise the difference that making small changes can make, for example, just insulating a loft could save up to £145 a year on heating bills."

To find out if you are eligible for Nest and for more information about the scheme, contact Freephone 0808 808 2244 and speak to one of the Nest advisors.