Government’s short term plans risk UK’s net zero, MPs warn

The Public Accounts Committee report raises concerns about insufficient clarity and support from the government for both businesses and consumers

Billpayers could foot the bill for energy supplier failures, warn MPs

The Public Accounts Committee has expressed concerns about the potential financial burden on taxpayers and the accessibility of energy bill support for those in need

‘UK smart meter rollout stumbles as public remains unconvinced’

A new report by the Public Accounts Committee warns that smart meters may disproportionately benefit wealthier consumers

UK green power goals in jeopardy, MPs warn

The House of Commons Public Accounts Committee has criticised the government’s “lack of clear plan” for achieving green power goals, casting doubt on expansion of nuclear, solar, and wind power

MPs criticise government’s “delayed” energy bill support for vulnerable groups

The government faces fierce criticism for delayed support delivery and unredeemed energy vouchers

Commons committee holds Bulb Energy session on Ofgem price cap announcement day

The session on Bulb Energy will feature witnesses including Ofgem boss Jonathan Brearley and Octopus Energy Chief Financial Officer Stuart Jackson

Britons brace for “crunch point” in energy bill support

Households are likely to face more pressure as energy bills are expected to rise in two months

Billpayers ‘could pay billions in extra nuclear plant decommissioning costs’

Seven power plants should have been decommissioned decades ago, according to a parliamentary committee report

MPs criticise government over “no clear plan” for net zero funding

Ministers have no clear idea of the cost of cutting emissions, the Public Accounts Committee suggests

PAC slams Green Homes Grant for dismal failure

It has revealed the scheme only upgraded 47,500 homes out of the 600,000 originally envisaged and calls for BEIS to ’acknowledge its failures’