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Written question asked by Claire Young (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 June 2026. It was answered by Martin McCluskey (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Warm Homes Plan: NHS

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential effect of the Warm Homes Fund on National Health Service costs associated with cold and poor quality homes.

Answer

The Government recognises that living in cold and poor-quality homes can have significant impacts on health and place additional pressure on health services. Evidence highlights that fuel poverty and poorly heated homes can increase ill health and associated National Health Service costs

Through the Warm Homes Plan, including the Warm Homes Fund, we are investing £15 billion to upgrade homes, improve energy efficiency and tackle fuel poverty, helping households to live in warmer, healthier homes.

Improving the quality and energy performance of homes is expected to support better health outcomes and reduce wider pressures on public services over time. Through supporting low and zero-interest finance to help households with the upfront costs of home upgrades, the Warm Homes Fund will enable wider participation in home upgrades.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
8293
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Costs Housing NHS Standards Warm homes plan
Link
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