'Question marks' over green deal

Updated
Caroline Flint
Caroline Flint

Government reforms to make homes more energy efficient are in chaos because consumers could end up paying thousands of pounds for improvements through higher energy bills, Labour has claimed.


Under news laws, consumers will be able to pay for environmentally-friendly home improvements such as double-glazing or loft insulation, which will then be paid back through add-ons to electricity or gas bills.

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