Petition · past parliament

Overhaul current, flawed EPCs so that they are fair, accurate & relevant.

Closed 1,368 signatures

What the petition asks

EPCs must
Recognise storage heaters are outdated and inflexible
Accurately reflect the energy efficiency of modern electric radiators
Recognise the Govt commitment to phasing out gas
Not make assumptions based just on age of property
Make realistic, achievable and cost effective recommendations
Legislation based on flawed assessments is unfair & unlikely to achieve its aim. Under the current rating system it will be very difficult to improve a rating from an E to a C in many properties. Applying the legislation to the PRS without addressing the remaining housing stock is unfair and will result in many landlords dumping their inefficient properties into the Private Market, where improvements will be unlikely, thereby failing to achieve the Govt's aim.

Timeline

7 Jan 2021 Petition opened for signatures
7 Jul 2021 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 1,368
Status Closed
Opened 7 Jan 2021
Closed 7 Jul 2021

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.