Chris Skidmore MP review into net zero policy – our response
January 13, 2023
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A review of the Government’s approach to net zero was recently conducted by Former Energy Minister Chris Skidmore. Skidmore’s review highlights the growth opportunity that a net-zero economy would bring, and that the UK is well placed to benefit from it.
Responding to the publication of Chris Skidmore MP’s net zero review, UKHospitality Chief Executive Kate Nicholls said:
“The transition to net zero is a key priority for hospitality businesses, with UKHospitality supporting venues with its sustainability guide, and it is encouraging to see such a strong theme of backing business running through this review.
“In our submission to the review, we called for more financial incentives to support hospitality’s transition to net zero, particularly given its vulnerability to high energy prices, which the report noted. I’m pleased the review has taken up these asks and recommended incentivising decarbonisation through the tax system and capital allowances. This would be beneficial for businesses who will be struggling with cash flow, particularly as energy support significantly reduces from April and inflation continues to bite.
“With the recruitment challenges the sector is facing, having such a strong focus on skills in the review is positive and something hospitality is embedding into all its skills training.
“We also support the recommendation of a wide-ranging review of the planning system, to support net zero. The planning system as it stands is far too bureaucratic and is in need of streamlining to maximise the economic and sustainable benefits businesses can offer.”
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