The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero wrote to the CMA in March 2024 asking it to consider carrying out a review of competition in the home heating market. The CMA has acknowledged the Secretary of State’s concerns and has committed to considering this work in the second half of 2024, consistent with its Annual Plan 2024 to 2025 medium term priority to take action to help accelerate the UK’s transition to a net zero economy.

Review of Competition in Home Heating Market Requested by Secretary of State

The UK Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero has called on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to conduct a review of competition in the home heating market. This request aims to support the UK's transition to a net zero economy by addressing potential competition concerns in the sector.

 The CMA has acknowledged the concerns raised by the Secretary of State and has committed to including this review in its agenda for the latter part of 2024. This initiative aligns with the CMA's strategic goal of taking actions that facilitate the UK's progress towards achieving a net zero economy.



Review of Competition in Home Heating Market Requested by Secretary of State

The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero has requested the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to review competition in the home heating market, with the CMA committing to consider this work in the second half of 2024.