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Shaping the Future of CfDs: Key Reforms in AR7 Consultation
With the DESNZ consultation on AR7 closing on 21 March 2025, Brevia Energy examines the key proposals that could shape the future of the Contracts for Difference (CfD) regime. From relaxed eligibility requirements for offshore wind, to extended contract terms and new capacity ambitions, these changes could significantly impact the renewable energy sector. Businesses and investors must engage with the consultation to ensure their interests are represented in the evolving energy landscape.
What does the Seventh Carbon Budget mean for the future of hydrogen?
The Climate Change Committee recently published its Seventh Carbon Budget, outlining the UK’s strategic framework for achieving significant emissions reductions over the coming decades. A key takeaway is the downgrading of the CCC’s view on hydrogen for home compared with the Sixth Carbon Budget published in 2020. In this article, Brevia reviews the CCC’s positioning on heat in the Seventh Carbon Budget compared to the Sixth Carbon Budget.
Future of UK Electricity Pricing: Is Zonal Pricing Inevitable?
With a decision on the Review of the Electricity Market Arrangements (REMA) expected imminently, and the intensity around the debate on zonal pricing growing, Brevia’s energy team takes a look at the latest developments, assessing implications, key considerations and expected timelines for businesses to consider in navigating this potential transition.
Department for Transport launches new railways consultation
Today, the UK Government has unveiled plans for a landmark Rail Reform Bill aimed at transforming the country’s railway system. The proposed legislation will introduce Great British Railways (GBR), a new unified body designed to bring track and train together, ensuring more reliable services and improving passenger experiences.
What are the Government’s proposals for airport expansion?
The UK Government has recently reaffirmed its support for airport expansion in the southeast, particularly focusing on the addition of a third runway at Heathrow Airport. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the nation’s air connectivity and stimulate economic growth.
Is the Government succeeding in Decarbonising Transport?
This article explores the challenges and opportunities within Labour’s plans for decarbonising transport, emphasising the need for clarity and ambition in identifying how transport fits into the Government’s clean power plans.
House of Lords votes down Government’s proposals to weaken copyright laws
The UK Government has faced its fourteenth defeat as the House of Lords voted down proposals that would have weakened copyright laws, raising concerns about the unchecked power of artificial intelligence firms. But what does this mean for the creative industries, and why is this decision so significant?
UK Government’s vision for economic growth
On 30 January 2025, Sir Chris Bryant MP, the UK’s Minister for Data Protection and Telecoms, delivered the keynote address at the TMT World Congress 2025. His speech outlined the Government’s vision for economic growth through advancements in digital infrastructure and technology.
Who are the Government’s new Trade Envoys?
This week, the Secretary of State for Business and Trade announced the appointment of 32 Parliamentarians covering 79 markets to the United Kingdom’s Trade Envoy programme.
Plan for Change: More Power to Patients?
On 5 December 2024, the Prime Minister presented the Government’s Plan for Change to Parliament. The Plan outlined five missions including building an NHS fit for the future. With the NHS under severe winter pressure, waiting times at an all-time high, and widespread dissatisfaction with patient care, action is needed.
The Government Progresses with Reforms to Bus Services
The Government has introduced the Bus Services (No. 2) Bill in the House of Lords, which seeks to give local transport authorities greater powers to direct bus services. However, concerns have been raised that a lack of funding, and increased fares, may undermine the Bill’s intentions.
What is the Chancellor’s plan to turbocharge investment?
Ahead of her speech next week on the Government’s Plan for Growth, the Chancellor of the Exchequer – Rachel Reeves MP – has announced a package of investment reforms to spur regional growth across the country and attract investment into all corners of the UK. This includes a new approach across the National Wealth Fund (NWF) and the Office for Investment (OfI), which will work with local leaders across the UK to support places to build pipelines of incoming investment and projects linked to regional growth priorities.
