Yorkshire & the Humber has the 4th highest rate of fuel poverty in England. Within this area North Yorkshire is the worst with almost 20% of households living in fuel poverty, and Ryedale sees a high of 38.9% - far more than 2x England's average. What's worse, fuel poverty is higher in households where someone has a disability, long term illness or is over 65. These individuals are at very high risk of discomfort, illness, isolatation and even death.

To address this urgent need, Two Ridings is calling on all those who can to make a donation, whether or not you are a recipient of Winter Fuel Payment. The money raised will be awarded as grants local community groups working at the heart our communities to alleviate fuel poverty and winter hardship. Last year groups provided transport, advice, soups and warm clothing. This year we hope to raise more to keep those in greatest need comfortable, healthy, mobile, well-fed and warm this winter