Council handyman services receive investment
Local authorities are set to receive more money to help expand their local handyman services, it has been reported.
In an announcement by communities minister Baroness Andrews, it was revealed that some £33 million is to be given to councils throughout England to develop such services over the next two years.
As such, the investment will help older people to hire trustworthy repair staff to come to their home and carry out minor repairs, such as clearing gutters and fixing door locks.
It was stated that the cost of using the scheme will depend on the local authority, although in the majority of cases it will be free or involve a minimal charge to ensure the service will be accessible to all.
Baroness Andrews said: "This investment in the handyman service will provide the help that older people might need to stay safe and independent at home."
Last month, Alistair Darling, chancellor of the Exchequer, reported that some £775 million is to be brought forward to invest in the maintenance and delivery of social housing.
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