Westmeath County Council Press Government Over Home Heating

The local authority has contacted the Department of Local Government over the issue.

Westmeath County Council is appealing to the Minister for local government and planning, to allow alternative heating in new homes. 

It comes following widespread power outtages both in Ireland and abroad in recent weeks and months, leaving many modern homes without any source of heating. 

Councillors in Westmeath also want conditions made for small generators in every home as well.

Fine Gael rep in Athlone John Dolan says it's important to future proof homes in this climate: 

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