ELDERLY people in Darlington can sleep sounder thanks to free electric blanket checks next week.
Trading standards officers will be working with Age Concern to run the checks after a successful campaign last year, when only 28 per cent of electric blankets tested were found to be safe.
If shown to be unsafe, Darlington Borough Council will dispose of the blanket, while arrangements have been made with Argos and Winterwarm to offer discounts on a replacement.
Free energy advice will also be available and the first fifty people to attend will receive a free Energy Efficient lightbulb. The checks will take place at Age Concern's offices in Bradbury House, Beaumont Street West, Darlington, from next Wednesday to Friday. Anyone wishing to have a blanket checked should call (01325) 362832 to arrange a time.
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