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HANSARDPlanning and Infrastructure BillMy Lords, it is a pleasure to speak to Part 1 of the Bill and specifically to Chapter 2, which relates to electricity infrastructure. The Bill introduces many critical reforms to…25 Jun 2025HANSARDSocial Energy TariffMy Lords, as has been pointed out, we have a social tariff. We had one previously, before 2011, but it was abolished in favour of the warm home discount. I welcome any initiative…16 Jun 2025HANSARDClimate Change: ProgressMy Lords, surely in relation to climate change we must be pragmatic in this area and not dogmatic, so my question to the Minister is simply: why do he and his boss, the Secretary…06 May 2025HANSARDEnergy Prices: Energy-intensive IndustriesMy Lords, the UK has the highest industrial electricity prices in the OECD. We have discussed this many times in your Lordships’ House. Our prices are 45 times more expensive than…06 May 2025HANSARDEnergy Grid ResilienceMy Lords, I begin by expressing my sympathy for all those impacted by the recent blackouts in Spain, Portugal and beyond. This blackout should serve as a stark reminder of the…06 May 2025 Bills sponsored (3)