A HAMPSHIRE MP is putting the heat on the Government to prove its green credentials are not just a load of hot air.

Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead is joining green campaigners in calling for the Government to honour its promise of a Renewable Heat Incentive which encourages homes and businesses to switch to planet-friendly heating.

But fears are growing that the delay is already damaging the UK’s infant renewable heat industry because a lack of strong Government commitment is spooking potential investors.

And now reports suggest it could be delayed or even watered down in today’s spending review.

Alan Whitehead MP said: “Heating our homes and businesses shouldn’t heat the planet – encouraging clean, green heat is essential if we’re to cut climate-changing carbon emissions.

“I’m backing a Renewable Heat Incentive that will create jobs and help people save money on fuel bills.”

During the last Government, all parties pledged to introduce planet-friendly heating incentive this incentive.