Thanks

Bernice Franklin

Firstly that the logistics of making changes in this environment are complicated by the access issues to each flat.

Imagine trying to gain access to 99 flats to install the lower cost measures such as low energy lighting or a better heating system. It would be infinitely more difficult than attacking the exterior of the building in one foul swoop as there are so many human variables to contend with.

In my view pound for pound this was the most cost effective measure available, especially when you divide the cost of the installation by 99. It will quickly deliver tangible results whilst each flat can be dealt with on an individual basis when void. From a management stand point it’s the simplest way to approach the issue.

The second issue to consider is this. What is the point of providing a more efficient system to produce heat and lighting if the savings they produce are undermined by the building they are contained in?

You can heat a property with the most efficient system in the world but if you have no means to retain that heat your efficiencies are reduced as the system has to over deliver to maintain a comfortable living environment.