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The King's Speech 2026: Creating an Energy Independence Bill
23 hours ago ... After King Charles III's speech on 13 May 2026, the UK Parliament is outlining a comprehensive legislative agenda focused on transitioning the energy market ...
King's Speech 2026 - Energy Independence Bill - Bevan Brittan LLP
15/05/2026 On the 13th May 2026, the King's speech referred to energy independence as a long-term goal for the UK in light of the recent energy price shocks of the events in the Middle East. The speech outlined plans for an Energy Independence Bill. The Bill remains under development but a paper published 7 May 2026 sets out what the bill is likely to include: Energy Security Reform of Ofgem to have increased consumer protection powers and general framework reworking. Changes to grid infrastructure regulation with a package of measures to reduce unnecessary delays, including reforms to land access rules and network consents. Reforms of the planning and regulatory frameworks for renewable energy generation, hydrogen and smart grid technologies. Greater powers to improve grid efficiency. Potential for Ofgem to regulate third-party intermediaries i.e. brokers. Enable the removal of charges on electricity that consumers export to the grid and legislative backing for flexible billing arrangements for energy bills i.e. free electricity on certain days for those living near energy installations. Allow for EV vehicle-to-grid charging at times of high demand by removing consumer levies for selling energy back to the grid. Consumer Protection Reform of Ofgem to consolidate its responsibilities and the grant of further powers. New rules to ensure landlords invest in heating efficiency home upgrades. Establishing the Warm Homes Agency to deliver the £15 billion Warm Homes Plan. Expansion of existing Government tools to provide targeted support for energy bills. Secured three year funding for 75% of the cost of the Renewables Obligation scheme Clean Energy End new coal licences by amending the Coal Industry Act 1994. No new North Sea oil and gas Licences Introduction of Transitional Energy Certificates to manage existing oil and gas fields for their lifetime. Focus on North Sea Transition Authority, including a new statutory objective to consider workers, communities and supply chains in NSTAs decisions. Extended employment rights and protections for offshore workers in renewables based off Oil and Gas worker regulations. Continuation of the ban on fracking. The Government also made reference to new Nuclear and Electricity Generator bills alongside the Energy Independence Bill we anticipate these bills will include the following: Nuclear Regulation Bill Assisting with the faster and cheaper delivery of nuclear projects. Removal of legislative duplication i.e. c...
Ottawa begins consultations on strategy to double Canada's grid ...
Carney outlines plan to boost power generation through 'massive investment' and borrowing. ... by investment in clean energy via hydro, nuclear and renewables.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a clean electricity ...
... electricity grid by 2050 and lower energy costs for the majority of Canadian households. No photo description available. Brian Ballard and 10 others · . 11 · ...
