§ Mr. Campbellasked the Secretary of State for Energy whether there are still statutory restrictions on the maximum heating level in buildings; and, if so, what these restrictions are and to what buildings they apply.
§ Dr. John A. CunninghamThe maximum temperature to which any premises, other than living accommodation, may be heated is 68°F—20°C. This limit is set by the Fuel and Electricity (Heating) (Control) Order 1974—SI, 1974, No. 2160—which is preserved by the Energy Act 1976. Certain exemptions are set out in the Order. The limit can, for instance, be exceeded if necessary for the health or wellbeing of any person on those premises who is disabled, infirm, pregnant,under the age of 5 years, or over the age of 60 years.