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Sustainable Energy (Local Plans) Bill

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.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

9 November 2011

In Plain English

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This Bill would require local authorities to publish sustainable energy plans to improve energy efficiency in their areas. It also includes provisions to transfer certain functions to principal councils and for connected purposes to help deliver those plans.

Key Points

  • Requires local authorities to publish sustainable energy plans.
  • Aims to improve energy efficiency at a local level.
  • Provides for the transfer of some functions to principal councils.
  • Covers connected provisions needed to implement the plans.
  • Originates in the Commons and is at the 2nd reading stage in the House of Commons.

Progress

The Bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the Commons. It originated in the Commons, with first reading on 5 April 2011.

Who is affected?

Local authorities and their staffResidents and communities within local areasLocal businesses and developersEnergy suppliers operating in local areasPlanning and environmental departments within councilsPrincipal councils in areas where functions may be transferred

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

5 Apr 2011

2nd readingCommons
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3rd readingCommons
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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Sustainable Energy (Local Plans)

1 Jan 1970

A motion for the bill’s second reading was due to be moved on 25 November 2011, but the bill has been withdrawn.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.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.