Debates between Jeremy Wright and Amanda Solloway during the 2019-2024 Parliament

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Debate between Jeremy Wright and Amanda Solloway
Tuesday 21st May 2024

(1 year, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Amanda Solloway Portrait Amanda Solloway
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The hon. Member makes an incredibly important point, and I have had many conversations with her on this matter. I can reassure her that I meet Ofgem regularly to discuss this, as the issue is very close to my heart—hence the call for input. To give her further reassurance, I can tell her that earlier this week, I met energy suppliers, and I also have ongoing meetings with Citizens Advice and other stakeholders.

Jeremy Wright Portrait Sir Jeremy Wright (Kenilworth and Southam) (Con)
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Like others, I welcome what the Government have already done to extend the permitted development rights for rooftop solar and car park canopies, but may I encourage my hon. Friend to tell others in Government who have responsibility for planning that there are considerable benefits to car park canopies, particularly in hotter summers?