Green Investment Fund

Lord Randall of Uxbridge Excerpts

Wednesday 2nd September 2020 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Penn (Con)]

I am afraid I have to disagree with the sentiments the noble Lord expressed in that question. We have announced, including in the summer economic update, billions of pounds for a green recovery to support our economy. The evidence from fiscal stimulus packages in response to the global financial crisis showed that green policies can support short-term jobs—indeed, more short-term jobs than traditional stimulus. That is why the Government are investing in a green recovery.

[Lord Randall of Uxbridge (Con) [V]]

I welcome the Government’s green homes grant scheme. How are they publicising this excellent scheme to ensure the widest possible uptake?

[Baroness Penn (Con)]

I reassure my noble friend that last week we launched an eligibility checker on the Simple Energy Advice website so that homeowners and landlords can find out what measures they are eligible for. Another important part of making this scheme work is for tradespeople to sign up for TrustMark status to deliver the scheme. We will be investing more in publicising the scheme to tradespeople and those who may benefit over the next few weeks and months.