To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what steps his Department is taking to ensure that the energy-using products framework directive does not distort the market for such products. (190106)

The Government’s Market Transformation Programme is currently assessing the full range of possible impacts of implementation of the energy-using products directive, based on the Commission’s current proposals.

DEFRA officials have invited key stakeholders, including members of the boiler and water heater industry, to discuss implementation of the energy- using products directive and raise any concerns on implications for the UK. The Commission is currently analysing responses from the industry and the alternative proposals it has put forward.

DEFRA officials have also attended meetings with the European Trade Associations in order to learn more about the issues the boiler and heating industry face across Europe.