Recommendation 15

Future retrofitting schemes will be needed to incentivise the public to switch to low carbon heating. Such schemes should be put in place after a thorough consultation with stakeholders, including with the public. We believe the following five principles would provide a solid foundation for future schemes: • local authorities should have a major role; • the funding provided to local authorities should primarily be allocated without using competitive bidding; Local government and the path to net zero 55 • schemes should be adapted to different types of housing and income groups; • schemes should be long-term in duration to provide certainty for the public and suppliers, and to ensure a skilled and qualified workforce is built up to safely install the necessary equipment; and • schemes should be clear and easily accessible.