In Plain English
AI-generatedThe Great British Energy Act 2025 is now law. It passed through Parliament in 2024–25, including key votes on second and third readings, and the Commons ultimately disagreed with a Lords amendment; it received Royal Assent in 2025 and became an Act. The bill establishes the framework for the UK's energy policy going forward.
Key Points
- Originated in the House of Commons and became law after Royal Assent (2025).
- Key votes in the Commons included Second Reading (348–95) and Third Reading (361–111).
- The Commons voted to disagree with Lords Amendment 2 (314–198).
- Labour (Co‑op) supported the bill; Conservative MPs largely opposed, with mixed positions from other parties.
- The Lords proposed amendments which the Commons then rejected; the bill was enacted into law.
Progress
The bill completed its passage through Parliament and received Royal Assent in 2025, becoming law.
Voting
Labour (Co‑op) backed the bill, while Conservatives and Liberal Democrats largely opposed. Across other parties and independents there were mixed votes, but the overall result led to the Act becoming law.
Who is affected?
Energy consumers and householdsEnergy companies and electricity suppliersRenewable energy developers and construction firmsLocal authorities and public sector energy plannersInvestors and financial institutions financing energy projectsWorkers in the energy sectorRegulators (e.g., Ofgem) and government departments involved in energy policy
Generated 21 February 2026