§ Mr. ThorntonTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will introduce an incentive scheme for developers, builders and specifiers to use environmentally friendly materials and techniques when maintaining the existing building stock; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Michael SpicerMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State has no plans to introduce such a scheme.
Occupiers of domestic, commercial and industrial buildings are increasingly demanding evidence of the "green" credentials of their properties. Many of the nation's major developers, builders and specifiers have recognised this and are responding to this market demand.