Homeowners with defective blocks to be given access to grants to improve energy rating of homes

Under the SEAI grants defective concrete block homeowners can avail of funding for a number of items including heat pumps, solar panels, insulation and windows. File photo: Dominic McGrath/PA

The Government has announced new measures to help defective concrete block homeowners access grants after mica campaigners won seats in the local elections.

The 100% Redress Party, set up to campaign for greater supports for those impacted by mica, have taken four seats in rural County Donegal.