by peter littlewood | Jun 25, 2024 | Open News
Green Party co-leader Carla Denyer has admitted she still uses a gas boiler, despite her party’s strong stance on cutting carbon emissions and transitioning to low-carbon heating. Speaking to ITV, Denyer said she’s “in the process of getting quotes”...
by peter littlewood | Jun 24, 2024 | Political
The BBC has published an in-depth analysis of the power of renters in politics. It can be seen here, and says that Margaret Thatcher had Essex Man, New Labour boasted Mondeo Man, David Cameron secured the Mumsnet Mums, and Boris Johnson had Workington Man. Each of...
by peter littlewood | Jun 24, 2024 | Green issues
The UK’s initiative to replace gas boilers with heat pumps faces significant challenges due to low consumer demand and a shortage of skilled installers, as highlighted by a recent industry survey. Despite government efforts to promote heat pumps as a more sustainable...
by peter littlewood | Jun 24, 2024 | Political
Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner has launched a strong critique against letting agents and landlords, asserting that her party will champion renters’ rights. Rayner, who also serves as the Shadow Housing Secretary, emphasized that tenants would benefit...
by peter littlewood | Jun 24, 2024 | Industry News
A landlord named Eric Moon has been fined for letting out a property in deplorable conditions, including collapsing ceilings, damp, mould, and no heating. Tenants at Moon’s property in Pelwood Road, Camber, complained to Rother District Council’s environmental health...