Measures announced by George Osborne reduce requirement for energy firms to install new boilers and insulation in homes of UKs poorest Green groups and charities have reacted with enrage after the government announced cuts to the UK’s most valuable energy-efficiency programme, which was created to help the poorest homeowners. The trek by George Osborne significantly reduces a requirement for energy companies to install new boilers and insulation. The chancellor said it would help carve homeowners’ gas and electricity bills by £30 a year. Related: George Osborne taps £27bn windfall for tax credits U-turn Related: Corbyn criticises government's record on renewable energy Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com