§ Mr. Jim CunninghamTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what recent discussions he has held with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on encouraging greater use of energy-saving practices in homes. [129751]
§ John HealeyTreasury Ministers and officials hold regular discussions with Defra on all policies including domestic energy efficiency.
In August this year, the Treasury and Defra launched a joint consultation document, "Economic Instruments to Improve Household Energy Efficiency: Consultation Document on Specific Measures".