Policy

Currently, consumers may lose the smart services provided by the technology when they switch to a different supplier

It suggests a number of new goals, inlcuding a target for 70% renewable electricity by 2030

The government extended the date from July to October 2018 but the energy firm said it “repeatedly urged BEIS” to push the deadline for SMETS1 meters to at least 2020

The contribution provides the UN Climate Change Secretariat with around 60% of the anticipated US Government support this year

The request is likely to be made following the publication of a special report by the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change in October

The European Commission can impose fines of up to €30,000 (£26,260) per vehicle if manufacturers break the rules

It is part of the government’s efforts to reduce plastic waste in the world’s oceans

Environment Secretary Michael Gove welcomed the proposals and agreed stepping up demands from water companies on transparency around dividends and profits

Last month, Communities Secretary Sajid Javid refused the Druridge Bay, Highthorn application

Representatives from the sports industry will explore how the sector can help tackle plastic waste