Green minded scouts get cash boost (Leeds Liberal Democrats)

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Green minded scouts get cash boost

March 23, 2010 12:00 AM

Two scout groups in Otley are getting help to improve the environmental efficiency of their huts thanks to help from a local councillor.

The 2nd Otley Scouts are to receive £5,000 to pay for double glazing and roof insulation and the 16th Airedale Scouts are getting £4,000 to carry out a number of carbon reduction measures. This will help to reduce the running costs of both buildings and improve their environmental efficiency.

The money has been granted from Cllr Ryk Downes' ward based initiative fund.

Cllr Ryk Downes (Lib Dem, Otley and Yeadon) said:

"Both scout groups play a really important role in their communities. The volunteers do such a fantastic job and I'm pleased to help them in any way I can.

"Improving the energy efficiency of community buildings is a priority for me. I think it's money well spent, particularly at a time when community groups and organisations are struggling. Investing now in energy efficiency will help to save them a lot of money in the future."