Reversing net zero targets threatens local recycling and mean higher energy bills

At tonight’s District Council meeting I highlighted the longstanding need for a pedestrian and cycle path between Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath and the difficulty particularly for those forced to walk between the two towns.  I also condemned the Governments decision to reverse its support for  the implementation of Net Zero policies which will mean consumers and business will incurr higher energy costs and creates uncertainty, putting in doubt Conservative commitments to sustainable travel and the wider net zero agenda. The announcement could also mean the trial of a local food waste collection currently being run in parts of Burgess Hill by Mid Sussex District Council may not be viable to continue, and means new houses will continue to be built without incorporating energy saving measures that are far cheaper to install at the outset and means householders generally are like to face significantly higher energy costs.