Government plans plug-in solar panels for 'roofs and balconies'

PEOPLE living in flats and rented homes could get the chance to install “plug-in” solar panels on roofs and balconies under Government plans.

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The move forms part of the solar road-map set out by the Government to rapidly speed up the rollout of solar power across the UK as part of its efforts to shift the country to clean electricity by 2030.

Ministers said households could save around £500 a year on their bills by installing rooftop solar panels, which could also boost jobs and improve energy security.

The Government has already said it will make sure new build homes will have solar panels by default through the future homes standard, lowering their bills.

As part of the solar road-map, the Government is also launching a call for evidence to understand how to harness the potential for solar on car parks across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.