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Written question asked by Navendu Mishra (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 23 April 2026. It was answered by Martin McCluskey (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Heating: Leasehold

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the barriers faced by leaseholders in accessing Government funding for low-carbon heating upgrades.

Answer

The Government recognises that leasehold ownership can create additional complexity, as many must secure consent from freeholders before installations can proceed. The Warm Homes Plan committed to working with relevant organisations on how to remove barriers to low carbon heating installations in leasehold properties.

Announced on 21 April, the Government will consult this summer on expanding permitted development rights to make heat pump installation easier, including amending siting restrictions and seeking views on enabling more installations in flats.

The Warm Homes: Local Grant and Boiler Upgrade Scheme provide funding to support property owners, including leaseholders, to transition to low‑carbon heating.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
128836
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Finance Leasehold Heating Carbon emissions
Link
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