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Wood-burning Stoves

Asked by Sir James CleverlyConservativeDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled Answered 16 March 2026UIN 118757

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what discussions or correspondence her Department has had since July 2024 with the Mayor of London on wood burning stoves in domestic dwellings.

Answered by Emma Hardy

Officials from Defra maintain regular engagement with the Greater London Authority on all aspects of improving air quality.

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