People can get information on how to cut their energy bill at two free events in Workington.

Citizens Advice Allerdale is helping local people get ready for winter by hosting free events on how to get the best value for money from their gas and electricity.

The event is part of the national campaign Big Energy Saving Week, which runs from October 31 to November 6.

The Citizens Advice team will meet people at the Carnegie Cafe on November 1 from 10am until 2pm and on November 4 at the entrance of Dunmail Park, Workington, from 10am to 4pm.

Martin Telford, chief officer at Citizens Advice Allerdale, said: "Checking your energy tariff and switching to a cheaper deal is one of the quickest and easiest ways to cut your bills.

"Big Energy Saving Week is a great opportunity to get expert advice on how you can make savings before winter starts, from changing energy supplier to insulating your home.

"We would urge everyone to come down to the event, use our price comparison tool or contact our service for advice so they can start making savings."