Focus Forum: Supporting rural clients with their energy and heating costs

Focus Forum Details:

Date	Tuesday, 20th August 2024
Time	1100 - 1200
Maximum number of participants	30
Who is this for?	This Focus Forum is intended for organisational staff and volunteers across Wiltshire engaging with clients struggling with fuel and energy costs, particularly in more rural areas.

#	Item	Facilitator(s)
1	Welcome and Introductions	Benedict van der Linde, Wiltshire Money Partnerships Manager, Wiltshire Money
2	Facilitated Discussion (suggested topics): What is your organisations current support provision for these clients? What provision and support for these clients is available from Warm and Safe Wiltshire? What client issues are exacerbated by being in rural area? What are the challenges when engaging with clients in rural areas and how might these be addressed? What support is available for heating repairs and upgrades?	Shareen Elnagy, Project Manager, Centre for Sustainable Energy
3	Focus Forum close	Benedict van der Linde, Wiltshire Money Partnerships Manager, Wiltshire Money