Landlords to be forced to improve energy efficiency of properties

New legislation will require all landlords to ensure properties they let meet energy efficiency standards. Plans outlined in the government's Energy Bill will also mean owners of leased residential properties cannot refuse requests from tenants to improve their homes.

Outlining the proposals in the House of Commons, Energy Secretary Chris Huhne said they will "provide a voice for tenants living in poorly insulated, draughty homes". From April 2016, landlords will have to comply with any "reasonable" request from a tenant to make the property they live in more energy efficient.

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