Change is coming for privately rented homes. The government is planning to bring in higher energy efficiency standards, with all needing to meet a minimum EPC rating of C by 2030. 

Done well, this could be the biggest improvement to our homes in a generation, helping renters to live in greater comfort, with lower energy costs and making our homes environmentally fit for the future.

But if it's done without protecting renters, we could see people hit with big rent increases, more homes converted into holiday lets, and a renovation process that doesn't respect our needs.

The government has an consultation on these changes running until the 2nd May.

Last time there were only 762 responses and most were from landlords - and we know they are organising to let themselves off the hook once again. So let’s make sure renter’s voices cannot be ignored!

Please click the link below to respond to the consultation - we've included instructions and a draft response for you to use. You can also see our reasoning for our responses here. 

You can also scan this QR code to open an email with the information already populated, but make sure to edit to add your details, and changed the written answers to make them your own.

We'll also be running a webinar to answer any questions, to talk you through possible changes and ACORN's position on them. It will be held online on Weds 30th April, 7-8pm. Please click on the link below to book your place.