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Local Authority "Flexible Eligibility" Criteria 

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If you live in an area where your Local Authority operate a FLEX scheme (see Local Authority areas here), there are 2 different routes to access ECO funding (without being in receipt of means tested benefits):

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​Route 3: NHS Referrals

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NHS referrals via a GP or NHS Trust who believes you are vulnerable to the affects of living in a cold home because you have one of these health conditions:

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Cardiovascular

Respiratory 

Limited Mobility

Immunosuppressed 

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(We can arrange for a GP to review your health conditions)

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OR

 

Route 1: Household Earnings

Household earns less than £31,000 (before tax)

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OR

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Qualifying Means Tested Benefits:

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Pension Credit

Child Tax Credits 

Working Tax Credits

Universal Credit

Income Support

Housing Benefit

Income-Based Employment and Support Allowance

Income-Based Job Seekers Allowance

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Child Benefit

(with earnings threshold)