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The Homes (Energy Efficiency) Bill - Clause 1
24 March 2023
Lead MP
Sarah Olney
Debate Type
Bill Debate
Tags
Energy
Other Contributors: 3
At a Glance
Sarah Olney raised concerns about the homes (energy efficiency) bill - clause 1 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Moves the amendment to set out a legislative roadmap to upgrade homes to energy performance certificate band C by 2033. Criticises current government policy as failing and cites statistics on greenhouse gas emissions and inefficient housing stock. Emphasises health impacts, cost savings for tenants, economic benefits of improved efficiency, and urgent need for action due to volatile global energy markets.
Peter Gibson
Lab
Darlington
Welcomes government funding for decarbonisation in social housing but questions where the cost of decarbonisation in private-owned non-mortgaged properties will fall. Supports the bill's aim despite acknowledging challenges.
Robin Millar
Con
Aberconwy
Raises concerns about planning rules preventing modification and adaptation of listed buildings for efficiency improvements, questioning if easing of conservation rules is needed to reduce costs. Acknowledges the need for energy efficiency but emphasises the importance of preserving historical structures.
Louie French
Con
Old Bexley and Sidcup
Acknowledges that parts of the market are improving organically without state intervention. Raises concerns about trust in government programmes, citing examples where state funding has not delivered expected outcomes.
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