Millions of homeowners could miss out on new grants for air conditioning, with those living in flats likely to face the biggest hurdles.
Ministers have launched £2,500 grants for air-to-air heat (A2A) pumps, which offer air cooling and heating, meaning those with smaller homes or flats could upgrade to the new system for around half price.
But there are several potential hold-ups to consider, from issues securing planning permission to a lack of space either indoors or outdoors, building experts have warned.
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Ministers said they will be consulting on planning rules this summer to make it easier to install heat pumps, especially in flats.
