Petition · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Do not bring in the new Ecodesign Regulations on tumble dryers in the UK
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713 signatures
What the petition asks
Don't make heat pump tumble dryers effectively the only new models legally permitted for sale. The proposed ban undermines the purpose of the UK Right to Repair Regulations. Set up an independent taskforce of experienced appliance engineers to assess the cost/benefit ratio of the ban on UK consumers
Heat pump tumble dryers require an ambient temperature between 5°C and 35°C to operate efficiently. The optimal room temperature to prevent extended drying times is between 19°C and 24°C. During winter a machine in an unheated garage or outbuilding can multiply drying cycle times or stop it from functioning. These dryers can also be far more expensive to repair than standard condensers, if the heat exchanger becomes clogged or compressor fails. We believe this ban will only benefit manufacturers & not the British people.
Timeline
| 14 Jul 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
713
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Opened
14 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.