In Plain English
AI-generatedThis Bill aims to promote energy efficiency across the country and to reduce energy costs for households and businesses. It outlines powers and duties for the government and other bodies to push these improvements and to support people in saving energy and cutting bills.
Key Points
- Aims to improve energy efficiency across homes, businesses, and the public sector to help reduce energy costs.
- Introduces new duties and powers for government and other bodies to implement efficiency measures and monitor progress.
- Could establish programmes or funding to support insulation, energy-saving upgrades, and smarter energy use.
- Connected purposes suggest alignment with broader energy policy and climate goals.
Progress
The Bill is currently at its Second Reading in the House of Commons and has not yet progressed to committee or report stages.
Who is affected?
Households and energy consumersSmall and large businessesPublic sector bodies (e.g. schools, hospitals, councils)Landlords and tenants/property managersLocal authorities and housing associationsEnergy suppliers and energy service companiesVulnerable or low-income energy customers
Generated 21 February 2026
