Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to ensure new energy efficient housing targets do not negatively impact (a) green spaces and (b) the environment.

The Future Homes Standard consultation was published in December 2023 and closed in March 2024. It set out proposals for improving the energy efficiency standards for new homes. The proposed standards should not materially affect the footprint or density of new homes so no negative impact on green spaces would therefore be expected. The proposals will also lead to a reduction in carbon emissions when compared to current standards for new homes, resulting in a positive environmental impact. We are reviewing proposals and feedback from the consultation and will publish the Government response in due course.