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Hundreds of North Lincolnshire households have received support with heating oil costs after the council launched a scheme designed to help rural communities hit by rising fuel prices.

More than 1,000 households have come forward since the scheme launched, with almost 700 payments reaching residents in recent days.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader,  North Lincolnshire Council, said: “When this funding was announced, we made it clear that we wanted help to reach local people as quickly as possible.

“The response shows just how important this support is for rural communities across North Lincolnshire. Hundreds of households have already received payments and more are being processed every day.

“This is exactly what the funding was intended for – helping people with the cost of keeping their homes warm and providing practical support when it is needed most.”

A further 250 applications have already been approved and are due to be paid this week.

Cllr Tim Mitchell, cabinet member for finance and efficiency, said: “We know households that rely on heating oil face different challenges to those connected to mains gas, particularly in villages and rural areas.

“That’s why it’s encouraging to see support getting directly to local residents. For many households, this funding will help ease some of the pressure created by higher fuel costs.

“If you registered an interest but haven’t yet completed your application, please check your emails and come forward as soon as possible so we can make sure you don’t miss out.”

Everyone who previously registered an interest in the scheme was contacted directly when applications opened. Around 300 households who expressed an interest have yet to submit an application.

Residents who need help completing their application can visit any North Lincolnshire community hub, where staff can provide support to access and complete the online form – hubs are in Ashby, Barton, Brigg, Crowle, Epworth and Scunthorpe.

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A newly opened play park in Barton-upon-Humber has been damaged by fire and vandalism less than a week after opening, leaving the community deeply disappointed.

The £150,000 upgrade at Baysgarth Park, delivered by North Lincolnshire Council in partnership with the Friends of Barton Parks and local organisations, had only just opened to families when the inclusive roundabout was set on fire and graffiti appeared on several new play items.

Thanks to a successful grant, a new CCTV system will be installed at Baysgarth Park and is expected to be live by the end of the month, helping to protect the area moving forward.

While the equipment at Baysgarth Park has been cleaned and is now operational, these incidents are not isolated. Similar acts of vandalism have also been reported at parks in Parkwood and Asterby Road, as well as in Riddings, where a roundabout has been damaged beyond repair.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “This is completely unacceptable and frankly infuriating. Significant public money has been invested here to create something positive for families, and a small minority have chosen to damage it almost immediately.

“It’s selfish, destructive behaviour and it will not be tolerated. We will do everything we can to support the police in identifying those responsible and ensuring they are held to account.”

Cllr Paul Vickers, ward councillor for Barton and chair of the Friends of Barton Parks, said: “This is really upsetting for everyone involved, but especially for the families and children who were already enjoying the new play area.

“A lot of time, care and community effort went into creating this space. To see it damaged so quickly is a real blow and will be disappointing for many local residents who were looking forward to using it over the coming weeks.”

The council is working with the Friends of Barton Parks, local businesses and nearby CCTV operators to gather evidence, which will be shared with Humberside Police to support any potential prosecution.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Humberside Police.

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The unit it wants to convert has been vacant since July 2024

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The incidents following a £150,000 upgrade at Baysgarth Park have been described as ‘infuriating’ and ‘selfish, destructive behaviour’

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Families across Barton were already enjoying the new Baysgarth Park play area when it was damaged by vandalism just days after opening.

While the equipment has now been cleaned and is operational again, the damage has left many residents disappointed.

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The factory is the size of 15 football pitches

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The brand, which has more than 120 showrooms throughout the UK, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the US

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Wren Kitchens’ decision to pull out the US market will not impact its Barton-based UK business, bosses have confirmed

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Rail passengers in Barton-upon-Humber can now see live train information thanks to a local volunteer group and a pub

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– Thursday 23 April, 9am to 10.30am – Brigg Community Hub, The Angel
– Thursday 23 April, 11.15am to 12.45pm – Baysgarth Community Hub, Barton
– Thursday 23 April, 2.30pm to 4pm – Scunthorpe Central Hub

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