Thread by @GuyOpperman

Fully behind an #energysaving campaign. The energy war of Putin means this is a worldwide problem.

Reduction in energy helps constituents save money, &saves the taxpayer money, as public sector should lead the way. Reduce usage, while we address supply. Government must act 1/

The obvious reductions pursued by France, Germany & others in public sector are:
- no public buildings warmer than 19C
- turn off overnight lighting of buildings / ads etc
- turn off hot water for hand washing / public spaces
All basic but simple stuff to help supply issues 2/

This is not Nanny state.
It is preserving supply, saving money for everyone, and encouraging localism. The example of Germany, which is in a massive energy crisis way way worse than UK, is worth following 3/

bbc.com/news/business-…

There are two ways forward: winter laws by the state (eg Germany) or lighter touch localism: no reason why local authorities and public bodies cannot assess the situation and take their own approach. But not engaging with the public expenditure on this issue is simply wrong 4/

There is clearly much being done by all countries, including UK 🇬🇧, to boost supply of energy. We are ending / reducing European reliance on a Russian dictator and his gas. UK Govt right to address this v robustly. But consuming energy when you don’t have to is foolhardy 5/

As to SME / personal usage I believe it is grown up government to explain to businesses and the people we all represent how you can reduce energy use and save money. Governments - of all types - and suppliers, have been doing this for decades. Agree with @racheljanetwolf 6/

https://twitter.com/racheljanetwolf/status/1578026522031849473