Repealed June 2014
Description (for historical interest only): amended by the Fuel and Electricity (Heating) (Control) (Amendment) Order 1980 to make 19oC the maximum temperature to which buildings can be heated by fuel or electricity (previously 20oC). This prohibition does not apply to premises used as living accommodation (unless their heating cannot be separately controlled) or to sauna, turkish or swimming baths, or to premises in respect of which a licence has been granted by the Secretary of State. The temperature of 19°C may also be exceeded to the extent necessary for certain specified purposes set out in Article 3(2) of the Order, including the maintenance of the health of certain persons specified in Article 3(2)(a) (eg persons who are ill or under 5 or over 60 years old) and of animals and birds, industrial, research and agricultural purposes, the preparation of food, and the prevention of damage to food, goods, material and growing crops.
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