TV weather expert Ian McCaskill was forecasting massive benefits when he launched a money-saving 'green' project in Bodicote on Monday.

Mr MacCaskill was at the opening of Cherwell District Council's Light and Energy Scheme a Government-backed initiative aimed at cutting fuel costs and protecting the environment. The event was organised to encourage residents to reduce energy use.

A team of energy advisers were on hand to explain the scheme.

Cllr Andrew Fulljames, chairman of the council's housing committee, said: "Local people have a unique opportunity to buy discounted energy-saving products and services.

"They can really make a difference by doing their bit to help the environment as well as saving themselves money."

Visitors to the roadshow who completed home energy surveys were given low-energy light bulbs.