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Higher Energy Bills Due To Debt 'Underlines Need For Social Tariff', MP Says
Higher Energy Bills Due To Debt "Underlines Need For Social Tariff", MP Says
Energy
Chair of the energy security and net zero committee Angus MacNeil has said that soaring bills as energy companies try to recuperate consumer debt proves there is desperate need fo the introduction of a "social tariff" to support people struggling to keep up with fuel costs.

Environmental Leaders Are Confident About Labour's Green Agenda
Environment
Environmental Leaders Are Confident About Labour's Green Agenda
Furious Scottish Tories Warn They Won't Be 'Sacrificial Lambs' On Windfall Tax
Energy
Furious Scottish Tories Warn They Won't Be "Sacrificial Lambs" On Windfall Tax
Climate Protest MP Tells Voters To Use Locals To Shift Net Zero Plans
Environment
Climate Protest MP Tells Voters To Use Locals To Shift Net Zero Plans
Energy Sector Is Frustrated By Uncertainty Over Labour £28bn Green Spending Pledge
Energy
Energy Sector Is Frustrated By Uncertainty Over Labour £28bn Green Spending Pledge
Labour Says Spike In Cold Deaths Underlines Urgency Of Home Insulation Scheme
Energy
Labour Says Spike In Cold Deaths Underlines Urgency Of Home Insulation Scheme
Government Denies Offshore Petroleum Licensing Bill Is 'Smoke And Mirrors'
Energy
Government Denies Offshore Petroleum Licensing Bill Is "Smoke And Mirrors"
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Being bossy about green issues won’t get us to net-zero any faster
Environment
By John Redwood MP
Being bossy about green issues won’t get us to net-zero any faster
Skilled labour shortage is stunting our green revolution
Environment
By Alexander Stafford MP
Skilled labour shortage is stunting our green revolution
Upgrading to a net-zero grid means we must make sure affected communities benefit directly
Energy
By Peter Aldous MP
Upgrading to a net-zero grid means we must make sure affected communities benefit directly
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All The MPs Standing Down At The Next General Election
All The MPs Standing Down At The Next General Election
Political parties
MP Natalie Elphicke Defects To Labour From Tories
MP Natalie Elphicke Defects To Labour From Tories
Political parties
The Labour left under Keir Starmer: 'They're not just sealing the tomb but incinerating it'
The Labour left under Keir Starmer: 'They're not just sealing the tomb but incinerating it'
By Sienna Rodgers
Political parties
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GB Energy: What role will Labour's state-owned energy company really play?
Energy
By Sienna Rodgers
GB Energy: What role will Labour's state-owned energy company really play?
Labour’s pledge to create a state-owned energy company is key to its 2030 clean power target – yet has received little attention so far. Sienna Rodgers gets to the bottom of the GB Energy policy
Claire Coutinho: 'People want us to play a part in climate change, but not at any cost'
Energy
By Sienna Rodgers
Claire Coutinho: 'People want us to play a part in climate change, but not at any cost'
Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary Claire Coutinho talks to Sienna Rodgers about her journey from banking to politics – and why those who speculate about her potential as a future chancellor may ‘need pills’
Green with envy: The politics of decarbonisation
Environment
By Adam Bell
Green with envy: The politics of decarbonisation
By installing heat pumps and buying electric vehicles, the wealthy are insulating themselves from current and future energy price shocks while avoiding paying for the investment needed to help the less well-off join the party. That’s not going to help the politics of decarbonisation, says Adam Bell. Illustration by Tracy Worrall
Energy news
Small businesses who rent can get more control this winter with a smart meter Partner content
Energy
By Smart Energy GB
Small businesses who rent can get more control this winter with a smart meter
Although many small business owners feel more confident this year, high costs are still a worry
Former Energy Minister Worries UK Could Act 'Against' Climate Commitments
Environment
Former Energy Minister Worries UK Could Act "Against" Climate Commitments
Conservative MP and former energy minister Chris Skidmore has said he will be turning his attention to “one thing” in 2024: campaigning for net zero to be in every party’s manifesto commitments “regardless of what the government wants to do”.
Ofgem Accused Of 'Enhancing Profits' Of Energy Companies With New Price Cap Rise
Energy
Ofgem Accused Of "Enhancing Profits" Of Energy Companies With New Price Cap Rise
Energy security and net zero (ESNZ) select committee chair Angus MacNeil told PoliticsHome Ofgem's recommendations to increase its price cap to protect energy suppliers from soaring domestic energy debt would only "enhance profits" of energy companies.
Hornsea 2 is officially world’s largest wind farm Partner content
Energy
By Ørsted
Hornsea 2 is officially world’s largest wind farm
Guinness Book of World Records has officially named Hornsea 2, constructed and operated by Ørsted, as the world’s largest windfarm in capacity.
Planning – the single point of failure? Partner content
Economy
By Mobile UK
Planning – the single point of failure?
The Government is clear that its priority is to grow the economy, and the Autumn Statement put forward the Chancellor’s plans to create the conditions for the private sector to thrive by removing barriers to investment and thereby unlocking growth.
Chancellor of the Exchequer visits The University of Manchester to discuss reform of UK’s power network Partner content
Economy
By Policy@Manchester
Chancellor of the Exchequer visits The University of Manchester to discuss reform of UK’s power network
The University of Manchester welcomed the Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt to learn about its research and expertise in energy networks and discuss the Government’s recent plans to reform the UK’s power network.
Seeking Safety for the Most Vulnerable – Escalating Action Against E-Bike Battery Fires Partner content
Health
By Electrical Safety First
Seeking Safety for the Most Vulnerable – Escalating Action Against E-Bike Battery Fires
The media increasingly reports lithium-ion battery fires and their devastating consequences. Here, Wayne Mackay, Head of Policy and Public Affairs, at leading charity, Electrical Safety First, explains why legislation to address them is desperately needed - particularly for the protection of vulnerable and marginalised groups - and why the issue is now being taken forward by Yvonne Fovargue MP.
Partner content
Energy
By Policy@Manchester
New government approach needed to tackle UK energy resilience and security
Two energy specialists from The University of Manchester have called on the government to develop a joined-up cross-departmental strategy to strengthen the UK’s energy resilience and security.
Chancellor Must Act On Energy Bills, Energy Select Committee Chair Says
Energy
Chancellor Must Act On Energy Bills, Energy Select Committee Chair Says
The chair of the energy security and net zero select committee Angus MacNeil has criticised the absence of energy bill support measures in Chancellor's Autumn Statement and has called on Jeremy Hunt to act.
COP28 – Solar’s chance to shine Partner content
Environment
By Lightsource bp
COP28 – Solar’s chance to shine
The energy landscape is changing. We believe renewable energy is the future. And that future is now.
Labour Calls For Extension On Pre-Payment Meter Ban
Energy
Labour Calls For Extension On Pre-Payment Meter Ban
Labour has called on the government to extend the moratorium on pre-payment meters following reports they are still being forcibly installed in vulnerable households.
Charity Seeks MP Support to Fight Deadly E-Bike Fires Partner content
Health
By Electrical Safety First
Charity Seeks MP Support to Fight Deadly E-Bike Fires
With the ballot for Private Members Bills taking place in Parliament this week, Electrical Safety First explains how their draft Bill can save lives - by reducing the growing number of extreme fires caused by lithium-ion batteries used in e-bikes and e-scooters.
The Chancellor can give rural voters a lifeline at Autumn Statement Partner content
Environment
By OFTEC
The Chancellor can give rural voters a lifeline at Autumn Statement
Conservative backbenchers are not the only ones holding out for a lifeline in the Autumn Statement later this month, rural voters are too. As the trade associations whose members are delivering vital heating services to the four million people that live in homes that are off the gas grid in the UK and heated by oil, we are hearing from our customers on a daily basis the overwhelming desire for the Government to bring forward at pace, concrete actions to show support for rural constituents.
Green with envy: The politics of decarbonisation
Environment
By Adam Bell
Green with envy: The politics of decarbonisation
By installing heat pumps and buying electric vehicles, the wealthy are insulating themselves from current and future energy price shocks while avoiding paying for the investment needed to help the less well-off join the party. That’s not going to help the politics of decarbonisation, says Adam Bell. Illustration by Tracy Worrall
Luton’s new low-carbon retrofit home open for visits Partner content
Environment
By Luton Rising
Luton’s new low-carbon retrofit home open for visits
Visit our retrofit home this autumn and find out how you can reduce energy bills and carbon emissions in your own home
Amey’s FM business helps court facilities drive down Carbon consumption Partner content
Energy
By Amey
Amey’s FM business helps court facilities drive down Carbon consumption
Amey, a provider of facilities management services and project solutions across the public estate has helped its client deliver a 30% reduction in carbon across its Avon & Somerset Courts contract. These reductions are helping the department meet ambitious national targets and save money.
Ensuring cross-party accountability on net-zero
Environment
By Angus MacNeil MP
Ensuring cross-party accountability on net-zero
The Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee scrutinises the government’s approach to securing the United Kingdom's energy supply and cutting emissions. Committee chair, Angus MacNeil MP, outlines upcoming priorities ahead of COP28.
The UK’s grid challenge and the road to net-zero
Environment
By Mary Glindon MP
The UK’s grid challenge and the road to net-zero
The UK is lagging behind in renewable power delivery, jeopardising our goal of meeting net-zero by 2050. Mary Glindon MP, chair of the Grid Networks APPG, believes grid investments, innovation, and cross-party consensus are needed to secure a sustainable energy future while also bolstering economic growth.
Unlocking Wales’ green future
Environment
By Ben Lake MP
Unlocking Wales’ green future
Ben Lake MP, Plaid Cymru spokesperson for environment, food and rural affairs, puts forward a plan for unlocking Wales’ green future by boosting renewable energy potential, reducing energy demand and ensuring a just transition for workers.
Destination net-zero: off-grid energy and the role of renewable liquid gases Partner content
Environment
By Dimeta
Destination net-zero: off-grid energy and the role of renewable liquid gases
Decarbonising heating has been and remains one of the most challenging aspects of meeting climate targets. Sophia Haywood, head of advocacy and communications at Dimeta, calls for the government to embrace multiple energy solutions in off-grid areas.
The crucial role of chemistry in achieving net-zero: transforming industries and reducing emissions Partner content
Environment
By Chemical Industries Association
The crucial role of chemistry in achieving net-zero: transforming industries and reducing emissions
The chemical industry is fundamental to net-zero. We provide the advanced materials used in the technologies that society is looking to deploy to reach our climate targets. Everything from wind turbine blades to insulation to lightweight materials all rely on chemical innovation and engineering. Wherever you look in the economy, chemical products are helping to decarbonise the way we live.
Labour Will Force Energy Debate In Commons As Worry Over Bills Bites
Energy
Labour Will Force Energy Debate In Commons As Worry Over Bills Bites
Labour will force a King's Speech debate on energy independence and energy bills on Thursday - with more than three quarters of people "very concerned" or "somewhat concerned" about affording energy bills this winter, according exclusive polling for PoliticsHome.
Efficiency and decarbonisation are central to boosting the UK’s energy security
Environment
By Lord Teverson
Efficiency and decarbonisation are central to boosting the UK’s energy security
Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine has brought the need for energy security up the political agenda. Lord Teverson, Liberal Democrat Lords spokesperson for energy and climate change, outlines his perspective on energy security.
Today’s actions, tomorrow’s success – building a resilient nuclear workforce Partner content
Environment
By EDF
Today’s actions, tomorrow’s success – building a resilient nuclear workforce
This week is Green Careers Week, which aims to highlight the careers open to young people who want to make a difference to the future of our planet.
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Practical AI: Closing the gap between possibility and reality
2024
Online
Practical AI: Closing the gap between possibility and reality
Net Zero Week 2024
2024
Online
Net Zero Week 2024