Regulation of fireworks
Fireworks are used in private celebrations and traditional events. This briefing outlines the current regulation of the sale, possession and use of fireworks.
This short note outlines complaints routes against energy companies.
Energy complaints and the Energy Ombudsman (82 KB , PDF)
This short note outlines complaints routes against energy companies. It also outlines the roles of Ofgem, the Energy Ombudsman, and of Consumer Focus, which is about to be abolished. It explains the (limited) routes of further appeal once the Energy Ombudsman has made a final decision. Finally, it explains the planned complaints arrangements and code of practice for the forthcoming Green Deal.
Energy complaints and the Energy Ombudsman (82 KB , PDF)
Fireworks are used in private celebrations and traditional events. This briefing outlines the current regulation of the sale, possession and use of fireworks.
The Great British Energy Bill 2024-25 was introduced to the Commons on 25 July 2024. The second reading of the bill is scheduled for 5 September 2024. The bill would create a new, publicly owned company, Great British Energy, designed to invest in and develop clean energy.
Energy prices have fallen since summer 2023, but are still be well above pre-'energy crisis' levels and are due to increase in autumn 2024.