Responding to the Labour Party’s calls for a national energy efficiency plan, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has called on all parties to back a long-term retrofit strategy as a matter of urgency.
Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “The best way to save money on household energy bills is to use less of it, so insulating our 29 million leaky and energy inefficient homes should be priority number one for the incoming government. We need a long-term national retrofit strategy, including proper support for training to ensure local tradespeople have the green skills needed to insulate homes in communities right across the country."
Berry concluded: “This major infrastructure project requires backing from all political parties, a national mission, and local delivery. Small builders are key to making it a success and the FMB stands ready to work with all parties to deliver and do our bit to tackle the soaring cost of living.”
Notes to editors
The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is the largest trade association in the UK construction industry representing thousands of firms in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Established in 1941 to protect the interests of small and medium-sized (SME) construction firms, the FMB is independent and non-profit making, lobbying for members’ interests at both the national and local level.
The FMB is a source of knowledge, professional advice and support for its members, providing a range of modern and relevant business building services to help them succeed. The FMB is committed to raising quality in the construction industry and offers a free Find a Builder service to consumers.
