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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Home Energy Efficiency

Tuesday 27 February 2024 · 3 questions

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Answered 1 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Home Energy Efficiency measures for listed properties and conservation areas in North Shropshire are discussed.
  • Cross-government consultations and grants for rural local authorities are mentioned to improve home energy efficiency.
  • Government plans to develop a consultation on renewable liquid fuels for heat by summer 2024.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Helen Morgan Lib Dem North Shropshire
Housing Energy
Context

The question stems from concerns about the energy efficiency in North Shropshire, including listed properties and conservation areas.

Question

I am concerned about the steps taken to improve energy efficiency in homes. There are 1,858 listed properties and 24 conservation areas in North Shropshire. Owners of these buildings find it difficult to upgrade them for better energy efficiency. What conversations have you had with colleagues in other Departments on enabling owners to make their homes more efficient?

Answer from Amanda Solloway

We have cross-government consultations. Local authorities in rural areas of England are eligible for grants, and I can assure that we hold regular meetings across Departments.

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Not addressed: Specific details on conversations with other departments

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Q2 Helen Morgan Lib Dem North Shropshire
Energy Environment
Context

The question focuses on the challenges faced by listed properties and conservation areas in North Shropshire regarding energy efficiency.

Question

There are 1,858 listed properties in North Shropshire. Owners find it difficult to upgrade these buildings for better energy efficiency due to historical restrictions. What conversations has the Minister had with her colleagues on enabling people to make their homes more efficient?

Answer from Amanda Solloway

We have consultations across Departments. Local authorities in rural England can apply for grants, and I assure that we hold regular cross-government meetings.

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Not addressed: Details of specific conversations and outcomes

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Q3 Steve Double Con
Climate Energy
Context

The question is about supporting off-grid homes in Cornwall that use hydro-treated vegetable oil for energy-efficient heating without high costs.

Question

Many off-grid homes in Cornwall face challenges converting to energy-efficient heating systems due to high costs. Using hydro-treated vegetable oil is one solution, but it faces a tax barrier. Will the Government support renewable liquid heating fuels and back a campaign to remove HVO taxes?

Answer from Amanda Solloway

We are developing a consultation on the role of renewable liquid fuels in heat. Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Ministers will receive detailed information, and we aim to publish it by summer 2024.

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