A Bill to promote energy efficiency; to require local authorities to publish sustainable energy plans; to make provision for a transfer of functions to principal councils; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
9 November 2011
This bill would require every local authority to publish a sustainable energy plan for their area to improve energy efficiency in buildings and services. It also provides for some local functions to be transferred to principal councils to streamline delivery of these plans. The aim is to boost local action on energy efficiency and climate goals.
The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons, an early stage in its passage. If it progresses, it would move to committee for detailed examination, then to report and third readings, and finally to the House of Lords for consideration.
Generated 21 February 2026
A motion for the bill’s second reading was due to be moved on 25 November 2011, but the bill has been withdrawn.
The Bill had its first reading on 5 April 2011 through the Presentation Bill procedure.
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsor Martin Horwood.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
