Glengormley Credit Union added to the Oil Stamp Scheme

As we enter into the lighter evenings, the weather continues to be unsettled resulting in home heating oil remaining a costly yet essential purchase for many households. To ease the burden of these costs, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council operates an Oil Stamp Scheme.

How Does the Scheme Work?

1. An oil stamp saving card can be obtained from one of the participating outlets (including Council premises)
2. Purchase a £5 oil saving stamp or stamps from a participating outlet (including Council Premises) within the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough.  The stamps are non-refundable
3. Place your oil savings stamp onto your oil savings card in the spaces provided. Each card holds 40 stamps which is equivalent to £200.
4. The card can then be used for payment, or part-payment for your oil with participating oil suppliers.
    

To make this scheme more accessible across the Borough, the Council is continually encouraging new retailers to sign up, the latest being the CCU Credit Union in Glengormley.

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Alderman Stephen Ross said, “I am delighted that so many retailers like CCU Credit Union in Glengormley have signed up to participate in the Oil Stamp Scheme. The Scheme is a great way for residents to spread the cost of heating and it also helps them save to buy a larger quantity of oil, enabling them to benefit from a better cost per litre and save money in the long-run.”

For more information on the Oil Stamp Saving Scheme, including a full list of outlets selling stamps and participating oil suppliers visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/oilstamps