Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the barriers faced by leaseholders in accessing Government funding for low-carbon heating upgrades.

The Government recognises that leasehold ownership can create additional complexity, as many must secure consent from freeholders before installations can proceed. The Warm Homes Plan committed to working with relevant organisations on how to remove barriers to low carbon heating installations in leasehold properties.

Announced on 21 April, the Government will consult this summer on expanding permitted development rights to make heat pump installation easier, including amending siting restrictions and seeking views on enabling more installations in flats.

The Warm Homes: Local Grant and Boiler Upgrade Scheme provide funding to support property owners, including leaseholders, to transition to low‑carbon heating.