New Homes (Solar Generation) Bill 2024-25
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.
Motion to approve deposit return scheme regulations
A motion to approve regulations to establish a deposit return scheme for drinks containers in England and Northern Ireland is scheduled for 16 January 2025.
Debate on government support for the marine renewables industry
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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Debate Pack
Debate on water quality in rivers, lakes and seas
A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall for 9.30 on 15 January on water quality in rivers, lakes and seas. The debate will be opened by Catherine Fookes MP.
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Debate Pack
Debate on the impact of food and diet on obesity.
A debate has been scheduled in the Commons Chamber on 13 January on the impact of food and diet on obesity. The subject for this debate has been chosen by the Backbench Business Committee, and the debate will be opened by Dr Simon Opher MP.
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Debate Pack
Debate on government support for the marine renewables industry
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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Research Briefing
Local government air quality responsibilities
Local authorities must monitor and improve air quality to meet objectives. This briefing gives an overview of the local air quality management regime.
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Research Briefing
Taxation of North Sea oil and gas
This Library briefing gives an overview of how the profits from North Sea oil and gas production are taxed, and how the fiscal regime has been reformed in recent years.
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Research Briefing
Crown Estate Bill [HL] 2024-25
The primary aim of the Crown Estate Bill (Bill 135 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 second reading in the House of Commons on 7 January 2025.
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Research Briefing
Plastic bags – the single use carrier bag charge
This Commons Library briefing paper provides information on the single use carrier bag charge in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, examines the legal basis for the charge, the exemptions and what will be done with the proceeds of the charge. It also examines the impact of the charges to date.
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Research Briefing
High cost of living: Impact on households
This briefing covers how the high period of inflation in the UK from 2021 to 2024 continues to affect household incomes, spending, poverty, savings and debt.
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Research Briefing
High Speed Rail 2 – an overview
An overview of High Speed Rail 2 (HS2): an ambitious, controversial project for a high-speed rail line connecting some of the country's largest cities.
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Research Briefing
Energy efficiency of UK homes
Improving energy efficiency can help reduce energy bills, cut carbon emissions and improve energy security. How is the UK doing with efforts to increase energy efficiency?
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Research Briefing
Water (Special Measures) Bill 2024-2025
The Water (Special Measures) Bill was introduced in the House of Lords on 4 September 2024, and was amended at committee stage and report stage. It was introduced in the House of Commons on 27 November 2024, and its second reading is scheduled for 16 December 2024. The bill is intended to address poor performance from water companies.
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Research Briefing
Domestic energy prices
Typical household energy bills increased by 54% in April 2022 and 27% in October 2022. Lower wholesale prices have led to falls in prices, but bills remain around 29% above their winter 2021/22 levels.
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