Age Action has asked older people to use their heating despite energy bill concerns as freezing conditions set in.
The group explains that the energy crisis has made older people less inclined to turn on their heating, even in the middle of winter. Research carried out by the charity as far back as the summer indicated that older people were already cutting back on energy usage.
Head of advocacy at Age Action Celine Clarke explained that staying warm is crucial for the older population's overall health. She also asked Morning Ireland listeners to be more mindful of senior people in their community as temperatures plummet.
