Research Briefing
Introduction to the domestic energy market
This briefing introduces the domestic energy market in Great Britain, explains how energy bills are calculated, and what the current challenges are.
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Research Briefing
Fossil fuels, advertising and ‘greenwashing’
This briefing examines fossil fuel advertising, climate misinformation, UK policy and regulatory responses, and stakeholder views.
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Debate Pack
Hydrogen supply chains
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 9.30am on 9 September on hydrogen supply chains. The subject for this debate has been chosen by the Backbench Business Committee, and the debate will be opened by James Naish MP.
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Research Briefing
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Bill 2024-25
The Sustainable Aviation Fuel Bill has completed its committee stage in the Commons.
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Research Briefing
The UK–EU reset: Next steps after the May 2025 summit
At their joint summit in May 2025, the UK and EU agreed a new Security and Defence partnership and set out commitments to strengthen cooperation across a range of policy areas
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Research Briefing
Water Bill 2024-25
The Water Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 16 October 2024, and its second reading took place on 28 March 2025. The second reading debate was adjourned, and is scheduled to continue on 4 July 2025, if there is time in the sitting. The Library briefing provides an overview of the bill and background information.
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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 current bills are still 43% above their winter 2021/22 levels.
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Debate Pack
Regulatory powers over billing of energy supply to businesses
A debate has been scheduled for 1 July on regulatory powers over billing of energy supply to businesses. The subject has been chosen by the Back Bench Business Committee and the debate will be opened by Sarah Edwards MP.
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Research Briefing
Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
This briefing covers battery energy storage systems (BESS), concerns about their safety and barriers to their deployment.
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Research Briefing
Electric vehicles and infrastructure
The UK's electric vehicle transition could help meet climate goals, and cut drivers’ running costs. Challenges include upfront prices and charging infrastructure.
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Debate Pack
Debate on an e-petition relating to geo-engineering and the environment
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 4.30pm on 23 June on an e-petition relating to geo-engineering and the environment. The debate will be opened by Dr Roz Savage MP.
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Debate Pack
Debate on the future of the gas grid
A Westminster Hall debate on the future of the gas grid has been scheduled for 18 June 2025. The debate was proposed by Josh Newbury MP.
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Research Briefing
Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-25: Progress of the bill
Report stage of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-25 will take place in the House of Commons on 9 and 10 June 2025.
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Research Briefing
Planning for solar farms
This briefing covers planning policy for solar farms in England and the devolved administrations and commentary on the use of agricultural land for solar farms.
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Debate Pack
Cold and damp homes
A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall for Thursday 8 May at 1.30pm on cold and damp homes. The debate has been sponsored by Alex Sobel MP.
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