Many fear winter heating bills
16th August 2010
Many people will be searching for cheap gas and electricity due to worries about heating costs this winter.
The fears of another harsh winter has 44% of Britons concerned about the impact of heating costs.
The figure is even higher for retired people, with 53% worried about how to cope with the gas and electricity prices if there is a repeat of last winter's conditions.
Being stung by the cold and the bills last year prompted one in three people (35%) to become more aware of energy usage at home, although just 8% considered fitting insulation.
Home Heat Helpline spokeswoman Christine McGourty said: "In Britain we spend our winters dreaming about summer sun yet this year, a huge number of people are worrying about winter weather.
"The biggest surprise is that even though so many people are concerned about their energy bills, only a small handful are taking action."
:: Populus questioned 2,014 adults online between July 2 and July 4.
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