The Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-2025 had its First Reading in the House of Commons on 11 March 2025. Second Reading is scheduled for 24 March 2025. The Bill, and its Explanatory Notes, can be found on the Parliamentary website.
The primary aim of the Crown Estate Bill (Bill 176 of 2024–25) is to remove limitations on the Crown Estate’s borrowing powers and the types of assets if can invest in. It originated in the Lords, where it was amended. The bill will have its remaining stages in the House of Commons on 24 February.
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The New Homes (Solar Generation) Bill 2024-25 has its second reading on 17 January 2025. This Library briefing provides an overview of the bill and key areas of debate.
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A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall for 1.30pm on 16 January on government support for the marine renewables industry. The subject for the debate has been chosen by the Backbench Business Committee, and the debate will be opened by Alistair Carmichael MP.
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There will be a Westminster Hall debate on Delivery of electricity grid upgrades on 26 November 2024. The debate will be opened by Sir Bernard Jenkin MP.
Research Briefing
The Great British Energy Bill 2024-25 was introduced to the Commons on 25 July 2024. The second reading of the bill took place on 5 September 2024 and the committee stage of the bill took place between 8 and 15 October 2024. The report stage and third reading of the bill is scheduled for 29 October 2024. The bill would create a new, publicly owned company, Great British Energy, designed to invest in and develop clean energy.
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A Westminster Hall debate on community benefits from renewable energy projects is scheduled for 15 October. The debate will be opened by Angus McDonald MP.
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A general debate on Making Britain a clean energy superpower is scheduled in the Commons Chamber on 26 July 2024.
UK energy prices rose from 2022. Prices have since fallen, but they remain relatively high, and this will likely be a high-priority for the new Parliament.
Research Briefing
The UK's electric vehicle transition could help meet climate goals, and cut drivers’ running costs. Challenges include upfront prices, charging infrastructure, and global trade issues.
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A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 12.30pm on Thursday 23 May 2024 on Floating offshore wind and Allocation Round 6 of the Contracts for Difference scheme. The debate will be opened by Selaine Saxby MP.
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There will be a Westminster Hall debate on pylons and upgrades to the national grid on Thursday 2 May 2024 from 12:30pm until 2:00pm. This debate will be led by Matt Warman MP.
Research Briefing
This briefing covers battery energy storage systems (BESS), concerns about their safety and barriers to their deployment.
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A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 9.30am on 6 March on the introduction of energy rebates for Highlands and Islands. The debate will be opened by Drew Hendry MP.
Research Briefing
The Energy Act 2023 received Royal Assent on 26 October 2023. This paper summarises the Bill's committee stage and final stages through Parliament.
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