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  • Award of Smart Meters DCC Licence

    Arrangements have been completed today to establish and operate the smart metering Data and Communications Company (DCC). This represents a significant milestone in the roll-out of smart meters across Great Britain.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Greg Barker statement on Green Deal statistics

    Energy and Climate Change Minister welcomes the Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation (ECO) statistics released today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • ‘Now we have a warm house and are using less gas thanks to external wall insulation’

    After reading an article in his local paper about the grants available for solid wall insulation, Trevor jumped at the chance of getting a Green Deal assessment done on his house.

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  • External wall insulation has helped Jodie keep on top of her energy bills

    Since having external wall insulation fitted, Jodie has not only noticed a dramatic difference to her energy bills but also to her family life and comfort in the home.

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  • Bristol government worker jumps at the Green Deal

    Local government worker from Bristol will save up to £300 a year on energy use following home improvements.

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  • Green deal helping to make homes more energy efficient

    The latest research shows that Green Deal assessments are continuing to help people make their homes more energy efficient.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British Gas smart meter contract with Landis+Gyr

    Baroness Verma responds to announcement that manufacturer Landis+Gyr will create 500 new jobs following a contract with British Gas to produce smart meters.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Green Open Homes Network launches

    A new initiative and competition to encourage home-owners to make energy saving improvements to their home.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Michael Fallon's comments on the release of Fuel Poverty Statistics for 2011 based on the proposed new definition

    Commenting on the release of Fuel Poverty Statistics for 2011, based on the proposed new definition agreed in July, Energy Minister Michael Fallon said:

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Fuel Poverty, England 2011: statistical press release

    The government has recently set out a new definition of fuel poverty, which it plans to adopt. As a result, new fuel poverty statistics have been published, based on this new definition.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £7m for social landlord renewable heat projects

    Winners of RHPP Social Landlord Fast Track Competition announced

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Energy Bill amendment to support independent renewable generators

    Action to help independent renewable generators to gain entry to the electricity market

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The taxpayers' alliance campaign: Letter from Edward Davey

    Secretary of State Edward Davey's letter of response to the Taxpayers’ Alliance ‘Stop the Energy Swindle’ campaign article, The Daily Mail, 11 July 2013.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The heat is on for householders

    Householders could be paid hundreds of pounds a year for generating heat by solar thermal panels, biomass boilers and heat pumps.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme

    Written Ministerial Statement regarding Government proposals for an Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) for public consultation.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Davey “determined to tackle scourge of fuel poverty”

    Following an independent review and a consultation a new definition of fuel poverty has been set out today to ensure support is targeted at those who need it most.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Statement by Edward Davey on Fuel Poverty: a framework for further action

    Statement on the new framework which sets out the Government’s intention to adopt a new, more accurate definition of fuel poverty

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Press briefing: morning 27 June 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on Australian Prime Minister; social media, Lawrence, Task force and Green Deal.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £15m fund for rural energy projects opens to applications

    Rural communities across England that aspire to generate their own clean green power are being offered a helping hand

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • First quarterly Green Deal and ECO statistics

    Minister of State Greg Barker comments on the first quarterly Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation statistics

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government