Sight Matters is set to improve the energy efficiency and reliability of its Corrin Court headquarters after receiving almost £35,000 in funding.

A £34,950 grant from the Dormant Assets Fund will allow the charity to replace its ageing boiler system with modern, high-efficiency condensing boilers.

The work will also include new flue systems, upgraded pipework, system filtration and improved heating controls.

Sight Matters says the improvements will help reduce energy consumption and running costs while minimising the risk of disruption caused by boiler failure.

Corrin Court is the charity’s main operational base and hosts rehabilitation support, independent living training, social groups, assistive technology sessions and community activities.

The building is used daily by blind and visually impaired people, many of whom are older or have additional health needs.

Kerry Healey, from Sight Matters, said: ‘Corrin Court is at the heart of the support we provide to people living with sight loss across the Isle of Man.

‘This funding will allow us to replace an ageing system with a more reliable and efficient alternative, helping us maintain a warm and welcoming environment while reducing our energy costs and environmental impact.’

The Dormant Assets Fund is managed by Manx Lottery Trust on behalf of the Isle of Man Treasury and uses money from inactive bank and building society accounts to support community and voluntary sector projects.

Manx Lottery Trust chairman David Christian said: ‘Sight Matters provides essential services and opportunities for blind and visually impaired people across the Island.

‘The Trustees are pleased to support this important improvement to Corrin Court, which will help the charity protect its services, improve sustainability and use its resources more efficiently in the years ahead.’