Highland Council’s housing service has announced it will begin its annual garden aid scheme following a delay due to coronavirus.
The service, which is for elderly or disabled tenants who require assistance to have their grass cut, will begin from June 1.
The scheme will involve the cutting of approximately 1,300 lawns in council house gardens across the region.
The scheme had been delayed due to the current pandemic. However, Highland Council has said it is pleased to be able to deliver its offering once again.
Councillor Ben Thompson, chairman of the council’s housing and property committee, said: “Health and safety is our number one priority, so the decision was made to delay this year’s cutting season.
“We have now taken on board updated government advice, so are making arrangements to start up the 2020 service from next Monday.
“Over the last week housing staff have telephoned over 700 tenants to find out whether they are happy for us to cut their grass in line with the current guidance and protective measures.
“During these phone calls tenants have been advised that they can opt out of the next few cuts if they wish to do so.
“So far no one has opted out and tenants have been very supportive of our approach.”
Contractors employed on behalf of the council will aim to conduct two cuts per month for the remainder of the season.
Mr Thompson has said the contractors will adhere to guidelines on social distancing and safe working practices.
For further information, tenants are asked to contact housing services on 01349 886 602.
