The UUP has hit out after a political party distributed flyers across the Mid Ulster area stating that anyone interested in the Winter Warm Up scheme should visit the party's constituency office for more information.

Councillor Kenneth Reid slammed the party for undermining the project

which is available through the Policing and Community Safety Partnerships (PCSP) and Mid Ulster District Council.

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Councillor Reid said: "The warm up packs are offered by the PCSP and Mid Ulster Council in conjunction with the Health Service. They provide vital items to help keep people warm during the colder temperatures, for example a blanket and a pair of socks. The packs are available to over 65's who do not have sufficient heating arrangements at present. As the Chairman of the PCSP in Mid Ulster, I am extremely proud of this scheme as it helps safeguard elderly residents across the community.

"This disgraceful action completely undermines the PCSP and Mid Ulster District Council. Since learning of this, I have raised this matter with the Council and have asked for an investigation. A paper will be brought forward at the next meeting of the Environment Committee to examine the impact of these actions."

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