The MP for North Herefordshire raised concerns about the challenges faced by rural homeowners in heating their homes during a climate crisis and energy price volatility. He highlighted that around 1.1 million homes in England are not connected to the gas grid and use carbon-intensive fuels such as oil and coal, with some even lacking electricity supply options. The recent fuel price surge following Russia's invasion of Ukraine further exacerbated financial hardships for off-grid residents who did not receive adequate support under the energy price guarantee scheme. He emphasised that the Government’s proposed boiler ban in 2026 would disproportionately affect these rural homes which are predominantly reliant on oil heating and often have outdated infrastructure unsuitable for heat pumps. With only around 75% of off-grid homes deemed suitable for heat pump installations, Mr. Wiggin urged for more flexible alternatives like hybrid heat systems or hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to provide affordable and practical solutions.