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Written question asked by Graham Leadbitter (Scottish National Party) on Monday, 18 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 20 May 2026. It was answered by Martin McCluskey (Labour) on Wednesday, 27 May 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Heating: Housing

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the potential merits of moving households on old electric heating systems onto modern high heat retention storage heaters.

Answer

The Department recently consulted on the role of alternative clean heating solutions for properties that may not be suitable for heat pumps or heat networks. Through this consultation, we sought evidence on the costs and barriers to uptake of alternative low‑carbon technologies including high heat retention storage heaters. We are now considering the evidence received and will publish the Government response in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2463
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Housing Electricity Heating
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk