Carwyn welcomes building regulations being devolved

Carwyn: welcoming further devolution to Wales

In a constitutional move laid before both Houses of Parliament, the Transfer of Functions Order has received final approval from Parliamentary Council, with full powers for Wales being effective by 31st December 2011.

Commenting on the news, Carwyn said: “I am delighted that these powers have been given final approval. It will allow the Welsh Assembly Government to set the agenda for sustainable buildings and ensure reduced carbon emissions in this area. Making homes more sustainable goes a long way in helping homeowners and tenants across Wales meet the cost of rising fuel bills and also contribute towards our 3% targets on climate change from 2011. This is a major step towards achieving the Welsh Assembly Government’s aspiration to make all new buildings zero carbon.”

He also related this transfer of powers to the pledge in his manifesto to use Wales’ new building regulations responsibilities “for 100% improvement in energy efficiency for new buildings”.