Councils urge people to check up on vulnerable during cold snap

Commenting on further Met Office warnings of cold weather, Cllr David Fothergill, Chairman of the Local Government Association’s Community Wellbeing Board said:

“As temperatures plummet and snow and ice is predicted, councils are ready to work around the clock to grit roads and pavements to make sure that people are kept safe and local communities can get out and about.

“Councils have stockpiled millions of tonnes of salt and are using new and innovative technologies where they can to ensure those areas that are most treacherous are kept clear and safe for use.

“During these cold spells, it is those who are elderly or have a respiratory disease who are more at risk of ill health and are in need of more support. We know that some people may choose to limit their heating use due to the impact of rising energy bills and so councils are asking people to check up on those that may need more help. It could help save lives.”