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Skills gap threatens success of Warm Homes Plan, Energy UK warns
4 Jun 2026
A shortage of skilled workers risks undermining the Government’s flagship Warm Homes Plan and the economics benefits it promises to deliver, Energy UK has warned. In January, the Government unveiled its £15 billion Warm Homes Plan to bring down energy bills, reduce the UK’s reliance on fossil fuels, and unlock £38 billion of total investment over the next four years. … Read more
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Speakers announced for this year’s CPD-accredited EDI in Energy Conference
3 Jun 2026
Chief executives and senior leaders will join people and culture professionals alongside Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) experts at this year’s EDI in Energy Conference to debate and discuss the future of inclusion in the energy industry. Now in its seventh year, the hybrid event will take place on 24 June 2026, and is supported… Read more
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Energy UK responds to seventh Carbon Budget announcement
2 Jun 2026
Responding to the Government’s announcement on the seventh Carbon Budget, Energy UK’s chief executive Dhara Vyas said: “The events of recent weeks have once again underlined the importance of pressing ahead with the move to clean energy to reduce our vulnerability to global fossil fuel price shocks and strengthen our energy independence in an uncertain… Read more
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Energy UK comments on net zero economy report
2 Jun 2026
Responding to a report on the net zero economy by the CBI’s economics consultancy, Energy UK’s chief executive, Dhara Vyas said: “This report shows that the clean energy economy is already with us and thriving. As we electrify our homes, businesses and economy, it has the potential to go even further and faster. A sector… Read more
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Energy UK comments on latest price cap
27 May 2026
Commenting after Ofgem announced the price cap for July-September, Ned Hammond, Energy UK’s Deputy Director, Policy (Customers) said: “Today’s announcement confirms the anticipated rise in customer bills resulting from the conflict in Iran and its effect on wholesale gas prices. “A rise of this scale will already be a concern for millions of customers but… Read more
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Public backs infrastructure benefits over visual impact
21 May 2026
New polling across England, Scotland and Wales shows strong public backing for the UK’s energy infrastructure programme, with clear priorities centred on jobs, climate change and economic strength, rather than visual appearance. The results of the polling, undertaken by Early Studies and commissioned by a group of leading energy trade associations, challenge a long-standing assumption in… Read more
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Energy UK responds to changes to Judicial Review
20 May 2026
Responding to changes to Judicial Review for major infrastructure projects, announced by the Government today, Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive of Energy UK, said: “Planning reform for clean energy is critical and still needs to strike a balance between a process that allows proper scrutiny of applications without unduly restricting the country’s ability to build the… Read more
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Search underway for top talent shaping the future of energy
20 May 2026
Nominations are now open for the Young Energy Professionals (YEP) Awards 2026, kicking off the annual event that recognises the brightest emerging talent in the UK energy industry. Now in their 12th year, the YEP Awards are the UK’s key platform for celebrating the work of energy professionals with no more than 10 years’ experience… Read more
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Energy UK responds to the King’s Speech
13 May 2026
Responding to the King’s Speech, Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive of Energy UK, said: “Energy security is national security, as the events of the last few weeks have underlined, so it’s very welcome to see this recognised so prominently as a key focus for the next Parliamentary term. “Nuclear will play a crucial role in strengthening… Read more
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Scrapping carbon pricing would cost the UK
7 May 2026
Scrapping carbon pricing would hit British exporters with billions of pounds of extra taxes and lock them out of key overseas markets, as well as deterring investment in the UK – while also failing to cut energy bills. That’s the conclusion of a new report by Energy UK, which shows that any bill savings from scrapping carbon pricing would be more than wiped out by increasing the cost of gas for electricity generation, industrial use, and domestic… Read more
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Secure your place at this year’s EDI in Energy Conference
6 May 2026
Tickets are now on sale for the energy industry’s annual Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Conference, this year hosted by five energy trade associations for the first time. Now in its seventh year, the hybrid event will take place on 24 June 2026, and is supported by Energy UK, the Energy Institute, Energy Networks Association,… Read more
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Energy UK responds to clean energy record
24 Apr 2026
Responding to the record high of 98.8% zero carbon sources on the transmission network, along with new records for solar generation and low gas use, Energy UK Director of Policy and Advocacy Adam Berman said: “Our energy system has transformed in the last decade, moving from a grid dominated by fossil fuels to record levels… Read more
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Energy UK responds to publication of Ofgem review
22 Apr 2026
Responding to publication of the Government’s review of Ofgem, Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive of Energy UK, said: “It’s disappointing that this review falls short of the radical reform that is necessary to create a more streamlined and focused regulator, better equipped to both protect consumers and foster an investable energy sector. The long-term answer is to tackle deep rooted structural and cultural issues and move… Read more
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Energy UK responds to Government announcement on gas and electricity pricing
21 Apr 2026
Responding to today’s Government announcement on gas and electricity pricing – and measures to increase uptake of EVs, heat pumps and solar – Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive of Energy UK, said: “Today’s announcement promises a step change in the UK’s approach to electrification, and in fulfilling the promise of warmer homes and cheaper bills. The… Read more
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New energy talent needs employers to show the way
16 Apr 2026
A new report from the Young Energy Professionals Forum has revealed that the early-stage workforce is committed to staying in the sector, but that employers need to do better at communicating the opportunities available and supporting those starting their careers. The Young Energy Professionals Forum, which is sponsored by NESO (National Energy System… Read more
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Energy UK responds to expansion of the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme
16 Apr 2026
Responding to the news that the Government will expand the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme, Energy UK’s Chief Executive Dhara Vyas said: “It’s never been more important for the UK Government to ensure that our economy delivers high growth, with high productivity: and this rests on lowering key input costs that businesses face, including the cost… Read more
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Retail reform can deliver a smarter, fairer energy market for customers and suppliers
14 Apr 2026
The rules governing the energy retail market must change so that suppliers can move out of the current industry ‘holding pattern’ that constrains innovation and instead deliver on the promise of the energy transition. That’s according to a new report by Energy UK and BFY Group – Demand better: a smarter, fairer retail market –… Read more
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Five things to know ahead of 1 April price cap
31 Mar 2026
The next energy price cap will come into effect on Wednesday 1 April. Recent Government action means households will see their energy bills reduce from April – whether they’re on a fixed tariff or the price cap. The price cap is what the energy regulator Ofgem sets as the maximum that energy suppliers can charge… Read more
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Energy UK urges Government to get on target with bill support
17 Mar 2026
With concern growing over how events in the Middle East could increase energy bills, Energy UK is urging the Government to immediately step up efforts to ensure that any intervention to support customers is targeted at those most in need . Although it is too early to be sure of the impact, projections from… Read more
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Energy UK responds to Government bringing forward AR8
15 Mar 2026
Responding to the news that the Government will bring forward AR8, Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive of Energy UK, said: “Bringing forward the next Contracts for Difference auction round to July is a positive move that will maintain the momentum to a more secure, cleaner energy system and sends a clear signal to investors and the… Read more
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Energy UK responds to nuclear planning and regulation reforms
13 Mar 2026
Responding to the Government’s plans to reform nuclear planning and regulations, Kisha Couchman, Deputy Director of Policy (Investments) at Energy UK, said: “Nuclear energy will play a vital role in a diverse and low-carbon energy system, providing clean, reliable power across the UK. Introducing smarter regulation is an important step towards delivering the pace and… Read more
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Energy UK responds to Climate Change Committee report on Net Zero
11 Mar 2026
Responding to a new report from the Climate Change Committee on the cost of Net Zero compared to the impact of a fossil fuel price spike on the UK economy, Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive of Energy UK, said: “It is still too early to tell how the current situation will feed through to energy bills… Read more
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Speech by Dhara Vyas, Energy UK’s Chief Executive at 2026 Electrifying Growth Conference
10 Mar 2026
Dhara’s speech to Electrifying Growth Half-Day Conference: Along with our partners SSE Energy Solutions, on behalf of Energy UK I’d like to welcome you all to our first Electrifying Growth Conference. And a massive thanks to SSE for making this event possible. We have a wonderful agenda for the afternoon, and I’m very confident that… Read more
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Speakers announced for new electrification conference
2 Mar 2026
Electrifying our economy, from data centres to transport to industry, is crucial for our country’s future; to ensure energy security, bring down bills and drive economic growth. A new half-day conference, hosted by Energy UK in partnership with SSE Energy Solutions, will bring together business leaders, politicians, policymakers and experts to discuss the opportunities and… Read more