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The stark reality that poorer people pay more for everyday essentials will be
highlighted today at a Consumer Council led event. Around 50 organisations from
the private and public sectors will meet at Clifton House – the Poor House - to
agree key actions and changes that will make a difference to the everyday lives of
people on low incomes.
This event aims to illustrate how people who are less well off tend to pay more for
some necessities and are often unable to access the best deal.

‘Preparation is key’ is the advice given by the Consumer Council today (23 December 2010). Severe weather has caused havoc for the past three weeks and looks set to continue over the Christmas period. The Consumer Council has published advice on how to deal with frozen pipes, power cuts and keeping your house warm. The information also contains emergency telephone numbers that could help you through Christmas safely.

Junior Ministers Kelly and Newton pledged support yesterday ahead of budget announcements that the most vulnerable in our society will be protected from the worst of the budgetary decisions. The Consumer Council led event – held at the Poor House yesterday - (14 Dec) brought together around 50 organisations from the private and public sectors to agree key actions and changes that will make a difference to the everyday lives of people on low incomes.

Severe weather in Northern Ireland has caused travel cancellations and disruption across all forms of transport.

The Consumer Council remains extremely concerned about the water crisis that has gripped Northern Ireland and the affect it is having on consumers. The body representing consumers in Northern Ireland has urged the NI Executive to do more to alleviate the misery of thousands of households as the deepening water crisis continues to wreak havoc for consumers and citizens across the region.

Now that NI Water have responded to the clear demand from consumers for information as to when their supply will be restored, it is essential NI Water deliver on their commitments to prevent further frustration amongst consumers.

The Consumer Council remains concerned about the lack of quality information available to affected water customers in Northern Ireland and the inadequate facilities that have been provided by NI water. It is essential NI Water deliver on their commitments to prevent further frustration among consumers.