Written Question · S4W-08153 · Session 4
What its position is on the terms of the regulations laid before the UK Parliament in June 2012 in relation to the (a) Green Deal, (b) Ener…
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive what its position is on the terms of the regulations laid before the UK Parliament in June 2012 in relation to the (a) Green Deal, (b) Energy Company Obligation and (c) Renewable Heat Incentive and what impact they will have in Scotland.
The answer
In relation to the Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation, the Scottish Government is content with the regulations and consented to them being laid before the UK Parliament.
In terms of the regulation relating to the Renewable Heat Incentive, we remain concerned about the impact this will have on investment in the sector at such a critical time. We feel that it is important to provide certainty and confidence and this action will only add to the uncertainty.
In the Scottish Government’s response to the consultation, we told the UK Government it was our belief that the measures set out were misguided and unnecessary and, while we do not agree that this measure is required, we understand the UK Government’s reasons for introducing a change, and they have acknowledged and are aware of the risks associated with their actions.
We are very supportive of appropriate fiscal measures that will help protect the credibility of the Renewable Heat Incentive scheme and we continue to work with the UK Government as they develop longer term proposals.
In terms of the regulation relating to the Renewable Heat Incentive, we remain concerned about the impact this will have on investment in the sector at such a critical time. We feel that it is important to provide certainty and confidence and this action will only add to the uncertainty.
In the Scottish Government’s response to the consultation, we told the UK Government it was our belief that the measures set out were misguided and unnecessary and, while we do not agree that this measure is required, we understand the UK Government’s reasons for introducing a change, and they have acknowledged and are aware of the risks associated with their actions.
We are very supportive of appropriate fiscal measures that will help protect the credibility of the Renewable Heat Incentive scheme and we continue to work with the UK Government as they develop longer term proposals.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S4W-08153 by reference.