The funding recognises the strength of the FLAIR partnership between Paisley, Barrhead, Linstone, Bridgewater, Ferguslie Park and Williamsburgh Housing Associations, and their shared commitment to supporting local communities.

Led by Paisley Housing Association on behalf of the group, the project will deliver free, personalised, face‑to‑face energy advice to tenants and factored owners. The service will help households understand their energy use, reduce bills, access financial support, and make their homes more energy efficient. This is especially important at a time when households continue to feel the pressure of rising energy costs and increasing financial strain.

The new programme will provide a dedicated, collaborative advice service designed to help tenants reduce energy bills, improve energy efficiency, and access the financial support they are entitled to. By working directly with tenants in their homes and communities, the service aims to remove barriers, build confidence, and ensure that no household is left behind.

Fuel poverty remains a significant challenge, particularly for households on low incomes. By investing in proactive, practical support, the Energy Redress Scheme funding will help reduce the number of households struggling to keep their homes warm.

The service will also play a key role in improving health and wellbeing. Warmer, more energy‑efficient homes contribute to better physical and mental health, reduced stress, and improved financial stability benefits across families and communities.

Fiona McTaggart, CEO, said: “This funding represents a major step forward for tenants across Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire. At a time when energy costs continue to place real pressure on households, the FLAIR partnership allows us to deliver practical, personalised support directly to the people who need it most. By working together, we can make a meaningful difference to household budgets, wellbeing, and long‑term energy resilience.”

Alan Graham, advice and project manager, added: “This project is about more than energy advice, it’s about empowering tenants. By offering in‑home support, we can help people understand their energy use, access financial help, and make changes that improve comfort and reduce costs. The funding allows us to reach thousands of households and ensure no one is left behind.”