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Energy: Conservation

Asked by Mr Joshua ReynoldsLiberal DemocratDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled Answered 8 September 2025UIN 71876

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to strengthen the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards for properties; and what discussions he has had with (a) industry stakeholders and (b) property owners to help ensure successful delivery.

Answered by Michael Shanks

Department officials have worked closely with industry on the implementation and design of the policy to ensure the policy is fair and proportionate for landlords and tenants alike. This includes multiple workshops this year with these stakeholders to update the policy to significantly reduce complexity and administrative burdens.

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