Dr. HowellsTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make it his policy to ensure that all new Government buildings will be designed and built utilising the latest available technologies to ensure the maximum energy efficiency.
§ Mr. ChopeThe Property Services Agency will continue to promote the use of the latest energy efficiency technology in the buildings it designs but it is the responsibility of each department sponsoring the construction of new accommodation, to decide on the standards which are to be applied.
My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Energy will continue to make available to departments information on relevant technological and other developments.