Ed Miliband Highlights Future Homes Standard in Staffordshire Visit

On Wednesday, Shadow Energy Secretary Ed Miliband visited a new housing development in Staffordshire advocating for a future homes standard to aid those impacted by the cost-of-living crisis. The development, Victoria Gate in Stafford, features “zero-bills” new-build homes facilitated by Octopus Energy.

The “zero-bills” initiative by Octopus Energy ensures no energy bills for five years for homes equipped with solar panels, a home battery, and a heat pump. Miliband expressed his support while touring the Bellway Homes development, noting the initiative’s potential to alleviate financial strain and its environmental benefits.

Miliband emphasized the importance of implementing a future homes standard to provide long-term, zero or low energy bills, aligning with efforts to reduce living costs and promote sustainability.