LOCAL councillor Linda Erskine has advised residents, in the Cowdenbeath-Lochgelly area, on methods of payment for heating and lighting if things are tight during this stage of the coronavirus crisis.

There are a number of suppliers who are operating special payment methods if customers are self isolating.

Said Councillor Erskine: "Times are difficult enough for folks without the added worry of the lack of heating and lighting.

"For those on prepayment meters with the companies below you don't need to worry or stress about gas/electricity, if you don't have money to top up or are self isolating.

"Phone the relevant company if you have a prepay meter; tell them you’re self isolating and they will send you out two weeks worth of gas/electricity or if you have a smart meter they will top you up".

The suppliers are, BRITISH GAS 0333 202 9802; EDF 0333 200 5100; EON 0345 052 000; N POWER 0800 073 3000; SCOTTISH POWER 0800 027 0072; and SSE 0345 026 2658.