Scotland urged to sign up to Green Deal

Edinburgh West MP Mike Crockart has called on the Scottish Government to sign up to the Green Deal programme announced by UK Energy Secretary Chris Huhne aimed at boosting energy efficiency and cutting household fuel bills.

Under the scheme, the UK Government funds energy efficiency work in private homes, which is then paid for over time through the savings the household makes on heating bills.

The UK Government is in negotiations with Scottish Government officials to extend the Green Deal across the UK.