In Plain English
AI-generatedThis bill would move the UK clocks forward by one hour for the entire year during an experimental period, so evenings would be lighter for longer. It also includes other provisions needed to implement and regulate the change.
Key Points
- Advance the time by one hour throughout the year for an experimental period.
- Aims to create lighter evenings; includes connected provisions to implement and regulate the change.
- Contains provisions for monitoring, review and potential end of the experiment.
Who is affected?
General public and households across the UKWorkers and businesses affected by daylight hours (retail, hospitality, transport, construction, outdoor work)Schools, students and parentsPublic services and emergency servicesEnergy providers and consumersPeople with health conditions related to light patterns (e.g., sleep disorders, shift workers)
Generated 21 February 2026
