North Lincolnshire Council Distributes Final Free Air Fryers to Pensioners

North Lincolnshire Council is completing the distribution of free air fryers to eligible pensioners as part of its energy-saving appliance scheme. This development marks the final stage of a programme funded by national support measures.

The council is providing the last 1,000 air fryers to qualifying pensioners in the area. The initiative aims to help recipients reduce energy use by offering energy-efficient cooking appliances and additional support.

Since the scheme began, around 15,000 pensioners have already received free energy-efficient cooking appliances. Each eligible household may receive one appliance, such as an air fryer, along with access to free healthy cooking sessions.

Applications for the scheme can be submitted online or in person at community hubs located in Ashby, Barton, Brigg, Crowle, Epworth, or Scunthorpe. Staff at these hubs assist pensioners with the registration process to ensure access to the scheme’s benefits.

What the numbers show

• Final 1,000 air fryers are being distributed in North Lincolnshire
• Approximately 15,000 pensioners have already benefited
• Each household is eligible for one appliance and cooking sessions

The scheme is supported by funding from the UK government’s Household Support Fund. This fund is designed to assist councils in providing essential support to vulnerable households, including pensioners facing higher living costs.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) administers the Household Support Fund, which allocates resources to local authorities for distribution. North Lincolnshire Council has used this funding to offer both appliances and educational sessions to eligible residents.

Community hubs play a key role in the registration process, helping pensioners apply for the scheme and access the available resources. The council’s approach combines direct provision of appliances with additional support aimed at promoting energy-efficient cooking.

The completion of this distribution phase concludes the council’s current round of support for pensioners under the Household Support Fund-backed scheme. The initiative has focused on practical assistance to help reduce household energy costs and promote healthier cooking habits.

* This article is based on publicly available information at the time of writing.