In Plain English
AI-generatedThis Bill would set new limits on offshore wind turbines within 20 miles of the coast. It aims to curb development by restricting how tall turbines can be, how many there can be, where they can be built, and how much government support they receive.
Key Points
- Sets a maximum height for offshore wind turbines within 20 miles of the coast.
- Limits the total number of turbines that can be installed in the zone.
- Imposes stricter rules on where new offshore wind projects can be located.
- Tightens or changes subsidies and government incentives for offshore wind projects.
- Originates in the House of Commons and is being advanced by sponsor Sir Christopher Chope; currently at Second Reading.
Progress
The Bill is at the Second Reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to detailed examination in a committee, followed by Report Stage and Third Reading before moving to the Lords.
Who is affected?
Offshore wind developers and energy companiesConstruction and engineering contractors involved in offshore windWorkers and suppliers in the offshore wind sectorCoastal communities and local authoritiesFishermen and other marine usersTaxpayers and electricity consumers (through subsidy changes)UK government planners and regulatory bodies
Generated 21 February 2026
