Written question asked by Lord Glentoran (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord De Mauley (Conservative) on Thursday, 11 August 2011.

Energy: Green Deal

Question: To ask Her Majesty’s Government what action they have taken to ensure that the Green Deal assessor acts solely and independently in the interests of the household.

Answer: We have been clear that the assessment must be impartial, whichever business model operates under Green Deal, and we intend to move an amendment at Report stage of the Energy Bill to make an explicit reference to the impartiality on the face of the Bill. In addition, as a condition of their authorisation, Green Deal assessor services will need to be certified by a UKAS-accredited certification body. The requirements of certification are intended to ensure that the assessment and associated advice are impartial and appropriate for the property and occupier in question. Appropriate sanctions such as suspension or withdrawal of certification will be applied for non-compliance with the certification requirements. We will consult on the approach following Royal Assent of the Energy Bill.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 11125; 729 c461WA
Session: 2010-12
Notes: Answer received between Monday 1 August 2011 and Monday 8 August 2011.
Subjects: Green deal scheme
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk