A NEW initiative to end the misery caused by fuel poverty has been launched in St Helens.

The St Helens Affordable Warmth Unit is a partnership between St Helens Council and Nugent Care.

The unit operates from 50 Claughton Street, St Helens, and is open Monday to Friday, 10am until 4pm.

For advice or more information, call in at the unit or call 01744 456659 or 677732.