RIBA has responded to the appointment of Claire Coutinho MP, as the new Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero; replacing the Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP, who has been appointed as Secretary of State for Defence, following the departure of Rt Hon Ben Wallace MP.
RIBA President, Simon Allford said:
“Our message remains loud and clear. Millions are living in energy inefficient homes that are in dire need of retrofitting. If we are to address the climate emergency, help households with the cost-of-living crisis, and create new green jobs, we urgently need a well-funded National Retrofit Strategy, with a robust timetable and targets.
We welcome the new Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Claire Coutinho MP, and look forward to working with her to achieve this.”
Notes to editors:
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