Response 963905

Response to request for information

Reference

963905

Response date

10 November 2022

Request

Information on energy costs.

Response

1. How much are you expecting to spend on energy costs this winter (October – April) compared to the same period last year? We expect our costs will rise in line with general energy price rises dependant on tariffs of individual contracts and the volume will depend on the weather conditions and improvements/energy efficiency measures implemented.
2. Are you planning to cancel or spend less than the year before on festive events or decorations because of costs? These include but are not limited to Christmas lights, bonfire night, Christmas markets, Christmas trees, etc. No
3. How much money are you projected to save if the council cancels any festive events or decorations? N/A
4. Are you planning to spend less on other council services, such as street lighting, than in 2021 to save energy and fuel costs? What changes have you made? No
5. Has the council decided to close any of its community spaces such as halls, libraries and leisure centres, either temporarily or permanently for the remainder of 2022 and/or 2023 to reduce energy and fuel costs? No
6. If so, how many community spaces will close and how much money does the council estimate this will save on its energy and fuel costs? Please can you include the type of community space in your response. N/A