Get Winter Ready
Every winter, cold weather places strain on those who are already vulnerable. We know cold homes can be dangerous - the NHS and public health services face additional pressures during the winter months, and health issues can quickly escalate.
Get Winter Ready is our campaign designed to help people prepare for the colder months before winter sets in. Cold weather can be particularly tough for those with respiratory conditions, low incomes, or who are otherwise vulnerable, and we want to ensure the right information and support is accessible in good time. By acting early, households can avoid unnecessary health risks, reduce energy costs, and feel confident going into the winter.
Through this campaign, we are encouraging everyone to take simple, practical steps to get winter ready. We’ve created a clear checklist with advice on preparing your home and looking after your health, and we’re working with local partners to display posters, distribute printed materials, and share information widely online. We’re also equipping frontline staff with resources and winter packs so they can support the community directly.
We know that many people wait until the cold weather arrives before seeking help, but by then it can already be too late. Our goal is to make sure individuals and families feel empowered to prepare early, and know how to get in touch with our energy advice service if they need extra support.
The Get Winter Ready campaign is about prevention, empowerment, and community. It’s about making sure people have the tools, knowledge, and support they need before winter places them at risk.
