Energy Prices: Support for Business

Debate between Jacob Rees-Mogg and Justin Tomlinson

Thursday 22nd September 2022 Commons Chamber

[Mr Rees-Mogg]

I think it is the hon. Gentleman who needs to wake up and pay attention to what has been announced.

[Justin Tomlinson (North Swindon) (Con)]

For many businesses, including Jungle Kingdom in my constituency, solar panels are a way to make a significant, tangible difference in the long term, but they cannot secure the permission of their landlord. What measures can be considered to make it work for both parties?

[Mr Rees-Mogg]

My hon. Friend raises an important point. Landlords and tenants need to work together to try to ensure that efficient sources of energy are achieved. Normally it will be in the interests of a landlord to have solar panels applied, particularly if the tenant is volunteering to pay for them, so I think this is something where the market can probably find an answer.