A NEW initiative aimed at increasing the uptake of energy efficient measures by private sector landlords was launched in Tavistock this week.

PLEA — Private Landlords for Energy Action, is a West Devon Borough Council scheme, co-ordinated by the Devon Energy Efficiency Advice Centre. It is hoped PLEA will provide a 'one-stop shop' for private sector landlords to get information about government grants and discounts on a range of home energy efficiency measures for their rented properties.

The scheme was launched at the West Devon Landlords' Forum on Monday at the borough's offices in Tavistock.

Anyone who would like information about PLEA should call 0800 512012 and quote 'PLEA'.