Decarbonising buildings, especially our homes, is a vitally important part of the UK’s journey towards Net Zero emissions. However, how that decarbonisation is delivered is equally important.

That’s why I have been taking such a keen interest in a case brought to my attention by a group of local Flagship Housing residents in Weasenham concerning the difficulties they had experienced as a result of the installation of ground source heat pumps in their homes.

Having previously convened and chaired two meetings with residents and Flagship (back in February and March – see more here and here), I spoke with the Managing Director of Flagship Housing/Victory Homes, Adrian Barber, again this past week to ask for an update on the progress being made as work continues to ty and rectify the problems that have been encountered.

While there have been some delays to the progress being made (due to staff sickness), I appreciate Adrian’s ongoing, personal attention to this issue – with him committing to provide me with a full, detailed update as soon as possible. I have reiterated my desire to meet with him, residents and the Flagship team again once the works have been completed – in order to review the progress and confirm all is in order, or if additional works are required.

Rest assured, I will continue to work local residents to help ensure these new heating systems are up and running properly as soon as possible – and that all of their concerns are resolved.