Information between 12th July 2026 - 11th August 2026
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13 Jul 2026 - Immigration and Asylum Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 50 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 97 Noes - 358 |
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13 Jul 2026 - Immigration and Asylum Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 48 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 264 Noes - 90 |
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14 Jul 2026 - Public Office (Accountability) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 52 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 102 Noes - 409 |
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14 Jul 2026 - Public Office (Accountability) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 52 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 104 Noes - 412 |
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14 Jul 2026 - Public Office (Accountability) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 52 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 93 Noes - 323 |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Wera Hobhouse contributed 2 speeches (64 words) Thursday 16th July 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Transport |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Changing Places Toilets: Capital Funding
Wera Hobhouse contributed 3 speeches (1,153 words) Thursday 16th July 2026 - Westminster Hall Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (60 words) Monday 13th July 2026 - Commons Chamber Home Office |
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National Grid: Infrastructure
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Friday 17th July 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential for empowering local authorities to assess flexibility and microgrid opportunities before pursuing network buildout, in the context of the recommendations in the ADE: Demand report entitled Powered by People, Powered by Place. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) The Government has noted the Association for Decentralised Energy's report, Powered by People, Powered by Place, and recognises the importance of local evidence in identifying flexibility and other opportunities before network investment decisions are made.
The Regional Energy Strategic Plans (RESPs) methodology, being developed by the National Energy System Operator, proposes bringing together local authorities and stakeholders to help provide a whole-energy and bottom-up view of how local energy systems need to evolve to meet local and national priorities. Distribution Network Operators would remain responsible for detailed network planning, including flexibility, microgrid opportunities and network investment, informed by RESP outputs. |
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Energy Supply: Infrastructure
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Friday 17th July 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to Regional Energy Strategic Plans, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the 10% voting share for demand-side stakeholders on Strategic Boards, as highlighted in the ADE: Demand report entitled Powered by People, Powered by Place. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) Responsibility for the development of Regional Energy Strategic Planning (RESP) and the governance arrangements sits with the National Energy System Operator (NESO), under Ofgem’s policy framework and guidance. Following their consultation, NESO is currently finalising the RESP methodology, which includes the voting share of the Strategic Boards. DESNZ Secretary of State and Ofgem is due to review and approve the methodology in due course. |
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Energy Supply: Infrastructure
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Friday 17th July 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to the ADE: Demand report entitled Powered by People, Powered by Place, what assessment has his Department has made of the appropriateness of the exclusion of contracted consumer-led flexibility data from the data collection process informing National Energy System Operation modelling for Regional Energy Strategic Plans. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) The Government has noted the Association for Decentralised Energy's report, Powered by People, Powered by Place.
The National Energy System Operator (NESO) will be developing Regional Energy Strategic Plans (RESPs) to support whole-system distribution-level planning across energy demand, supply, storage and flexibility. The aim is for flexibility to form part of a number of RESP outputs, including modelled Pathways and Strategic Investment Need. We are working with NESO on the RESP methodology, which will be published in due course.
The distribution networks will remain responsible for detailed network planning, including consideration of contracted flexibility alongside network investments. |
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Wind Power: Scotland
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Tuesday 21st July 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to engage with the Scottish Government on the inclusion of onshore wind in Scotland in the upcoming Strategic Spatial Energy Plan. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) The Strategic Spatial Energy Plan is being developed by the National Energy System Operator, following joint commissioning by the UK, Scottish and Welsh Governments. It will assess electricity generation and storage across Great Britain, including onshore wind in Scotland, as part of future energy infrastructure planning.
We are engaging with the Scottish Government through SSEP analytical, advisory groups, and official-level discussions. This enables views on Scottish energy priorities, planning, consenting, environmental issues and renewable deliverability to inform the process.
The Scottish Government will also be able to provide formal views before the Secretary of State decides on the preferred pathway. |
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Wind Power: Scotland
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Tuesday 21st July 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment her Department has made of the implications for its policies of analysis from Aurora Energy Research which notes that rebalancing a share of planned Scottish offshore wind towards Scottish onshore wind after 2030 as part of the Strategic Spatial Energy Plan would reduce energy system costs by £5 billion pounds a year. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) The National Energy System Operator (NESO) is delivering the first Strategic Spatial Energy Plan (SSEP). This will consider the cost optimal types and locations of future energy infrastructure including onshore and offshore wind - whilst also factoring in environmental, societal, and other spatial interests. |
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13th July 2026
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) 4. Visits outside the UK International visit to India between 24 May 2026 and 01 June 2026 Source |
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Wednesday 15th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2026 30 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House notes with concern that across the country, fewer than 2% of advertised private rented homes are affordable based on Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates; recognises that this has become significantly worse due the LHA freeze since April 2024 with research by Crisis and Zoopla suggesting that in … |
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Wednesday 15th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 16th July 2026 19 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House recognises 3 September as Merchant Navy Day, established to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the Merchant Navy, past and present; notes the historic and continuing dedication of merchant seafarers, and their supportive families residing in Eastleigh; celebrates the crucial role of … |
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Wednesday 15th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 16th July 2026 Proposed Scottish Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame 4 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House welcomes the proposal by ScotsRock to establish Scotland's first dedicated Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame to honour the country's outstanding musical history and support the next generation of talent; celebrates Scotland's extraordinary, world-class contribution to global music and its legendary artists, songwriters, and industry pioneers; notes … |
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Wednesday 15th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 16th July 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans) That this House recognises that access to affordable energy is a basic necessity and that no household should face a choice between heating their home and meeting other essential needs; notes that households continue to face significant financial pressure from energy bills following continued volatility in global gas markets; further … |
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Wednesday 15th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 16th July 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House commends the vital work of Hedgehog Rescue, which treats, rehabilitates and cares for over 300 hedgehogs a year in South Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Bath, Somerset and Bristol, including orphaned young that must be hand reared before release; recognises the tireless dedication of the whole team, and in particular … |
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Tuesday 14th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th July 2026 Spotlight Dance Academy, Minehead 6 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Rachel Gilmour (Liberal Democrat - Tiverton and Minehead) That this House congratulates Mollie and Billy of Spotlight Dance Academy in Minehead on their fantastic achievement in proudly representing England at the Dance World Cup in Dublin this month; commends the role of Spotlight Dance Academy and all those associated in supporting young, local talent to fulfil their potential; … |
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Wednesday 15th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 International Court of Justice's July 2024 Advisory Opinion on the Occupied Palestinian Territories 59 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House acknowledges the second anniversary of the International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion on 19 July 2024, which noted that Israel’s continuing presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPTs) is unlawful; regrets the Government's continuing and unjustifiable failure to provide the UK's assessment on the Court's opinion; believes … |
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Wednesday 15th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 57 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House condemns the ongoing, unprovoked, and illegal aggression of the Russian Federation both at home and across Europe; notes with grave concern the increasing hostility by Russian naval vessels and aircraft across northern European waters, including within the British Channel and the Norwegian Sea, which pose a direct … |
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Thursday 9th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 The Bookmonger, Bearsden Cross 10 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Susan Murray (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dunbartonshire) That this House congratulates Caitlyn Payne on the first birthday of The Bookmonger, the bookshop, wine and cheese bar she opened on New Kirk Road at Bearsden Cross; notes that Caitlyn was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer at the age of 39 and received treatment at NHS Greater Glasgow … |
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Thursday 9th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th July 2026 27 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Abtisam Mohamed (Labour - Sheffield Central) That this House marks Srebrenica Memorial Week 2026 and commemorates the 31st anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, the worst atrocity on European soil since the Second World War, in which more than 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys were murdered because of their Muslim identity; believes that remembrance of Srebrenica … |
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Tuesday 19th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th July 2026 Seven-year anniversary of the mixed-aged couples’ rule 37 signatures (Most recent: 14 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Jonathan Brash (Labour - Hartlepool) This House notes the seven-year anniversary of the introduction of the mixed-aged couples' rule, which prohibits mixed-age couples from accessing pension-age benefits, such as Pension Credit, until both are over State Pension age; is troubled by the 70,000 people impacted by this rule, who on average could be missing out … |
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Monday 29th June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th July 2026 Five-year indefinite leave to remain pathway for Skilled Worker visa holders (No. 2) 49 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole) That this House recognises the vital contribution of Skilled Worker visa holders to the UK economy and public services, including sectors facing critical shortages such as health, engineering, and social care; notes that these individuals pay taxes, contribute to their communities, and have no recourse to public funds; further notes … |
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Monday 13th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th July 2026 18 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House commends the tireless campaigning of EDS UK to raise awareness about hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD); recognises that these multisystem conditions are often undiagnosed for years, leaving patients to suffer a litany of seemingly unconnected symptoms; highlights that this means that those … |
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Monday 13th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th July 2026 23 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House recognises the vital role post offices play in supporting rural communities by providing access to banking, cash withdrawals and deposits, parcel services and essential retail facilities; notes that, following widespread high street bank closures, post offices have become the primary point of access to in-person banking for … |
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Monday 13th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th July 2026 10 signatures (Most recent: 15 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House notes the important contribution of hockey clubs to health and wellbeing; further notes with over 600 competitive players across three Chichester hockey clubs, that this sport contributes to youth development, encourages activity for all ages and creates a sense of belonging for many in the community; recognises … |
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Monday 13th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th July 2026 Generation Z and the State Pension 10 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House notes with concern recent polling indicating that almost half of Generation Z, those born between 1997 and 2012, do not expect the State Pension will exist by the time they reach retirement age; recognises the vital role of the State Pension in providing a foundation of financial … |
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Thursday 9th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2026 100th anniversary of the Campaign to Protect Rural England 16 signatures (Most recent: 15 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame) That this House celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), founded in 1926 as the Council for the Preservation of Rural England; recognises a century of outstanding work protecting, enhancing and championing England’s countryside for the benefit of communities, nature and future generations; notes CPRE’s … |
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Monday 13th July Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2026 Autonomy’s report entitled Cleaning Up Politics 31 signatures (Most recent: 14 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole) That this House welcomes the publication of Autonomy’s report Cleaning Up Politics; recognises that the overwhelming majority of the public believe the wealthiest in society use political donations to influence government in their own interests and that trust in politics is at historic lows; believes that proposals to cap political … |
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14 Jul 2026, 12:06 p.m. - House of Commons " Jasmine Wera Hobhouse. >> Mr. speaker, Dorothy House has a space called Bereavement Help Point where people who are grieving can meet others who are grieving. This " Wera Hobhouse MP (Bath, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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15 Jul 2026, 1:50 p.m. - House of Commons ">> Rushanara Ali. Anneliese Dodds. Maya Ellis. Carolyn Harris. Simon Hoare. Wera Hobhouse. Alicia Kearns. " Jim McMahon MP (Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton, Labour ) - View Video - View Transcript |
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15 Jul 2026, 1:50 p.m. - House of Commons "Hoare. Wera Hobhouse. Alicia Kearns. Uma Kumaran. Andy MacNae. Sarah " Jim McMahon MP (Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton, Labour ) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Oral Answers to Questions
191 speeches (12,408 words) Thursday 16th July 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Transport |
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Changing Places Toilets: Capital Funding
30 speeches (10,727 words) Thursday 16th July 2026 - Westminster Hall Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Mentions: 1: Daniel Francis (Lab - Bexleyheath and Crayford) Members for Chester South and Eddisbury (Aphra Brandreth), for Bath (Wera Hobhouse) and for Strangford - Link to Speech |
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Registration of Stillbirths (England and Wales)
2 speeches (1,217 words) 1st reading Wednesday 15th July 2026 - Commons Chamber Mentions: 1: Jim McMahon (LAB - Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton) to.Ordered,That Jim McMahon, Rushanara Ali, Anneliese Dodds, Maya Ellis, Carolyn Harris, Simon Hoare, Wera Hobhouse - Link to Speech |
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Wednesday 2nd September 2026 8:45 a.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Reviewing the electricity market View calendar - Add to calendar |
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17 Jul 2026
Business and energy Energy Security and Net Zero Committee (Select) Not accepting submissions Energy support and decarbonisation funding for the chemicals and ceramics sectors was an encouraging sign that Government recognises a central challenge for industry: decarbonisation and electricity prices go hand in hand. It offers a potential model for future targeted support by linking help with energy costs to incentives for cleaner production. However, it also highlights the absence of a broader strategic framework for industrial decarbonisation/electrification across manufacturing. Current support remains uneven.
This is particularly concerning given the continued uncertainty around the long-awaited Industrial Decarbonisation Strategy, which remains unpublished and may not provide the clarity or scope industry needs. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) account for 99% of the business population in the UK and over a third of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions. Rising cost pressures are increasingly limiting SME’s ability to drive growth in local economies and contribute to the UK’s net‑zero transition. Many firms are postponing or scaling back green investment, and NatWest’s latest growth tracker shows that only 30% of firms consider sustainability a high priority, the lowest since early 2020. |
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17 Jul 2026
Warm and comfortable homes Energy Security and Net Zero Committee (Select) Not accepting submissions The government will establish a Warm Homes Agency (WHA) – a dedicated public body to support the delivery of the Warm Homes Plan, and guide consumers through the transition. It will consolidate Salix, relevant DESNZ functions, and parts of Ofgem and work at both a national and local level (subject to agreement with the devolved governments). There will be strategic, area-based coordination so that the electricity grid can keep pace with electrification and the rollout of clean technologies. This involves increased planning at a local level, bringing together DNOs, local authorities, strategic mayoral authorities, and other local/regional stakeholders (energy suppliers, housing associations, community energy groups etc). The Plan indicates that the Government considers home upgrades to be the best tool to fight fuel poverty and lower bills. The existing retrofit system is too complex, fragmented, and inconsistent, which leads to poor consumer experiences (including the recent case with ECO). The Government says that it will simplify certification structures, strengthen accountability, and consider moving oversight under closer government control and the WHA. From 2027 the WHA will provide impartial advice and clear information (online and by phone) on home upgrades to consumers in partnership with the private sector and third party advice sector. Services will be integrated with local advice providers to reach harder‑to‑engage communities. |
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24 Jul 2026
National Planning Policy Statement on Nuclear Fusion Energy Security and Net Zero Committee (Select) Submit Evidence (by 28 Aug 2026) Nuclear fusion is the process that powers the Sun, and for decades humans have been working towards harnessing its remarkable, "clean" power. Now the UK Government has determined that the technology has advanced sufficiently to warrant introducing planning legislation that will facilitate the development of prototypes and demonstrator facilities. The Government has made an initial consultation the need for a framework on how proposals for such facilities should be developed. There is a need for regulatory clarity, and that regulation must cover whichever fusion technology is being employed, for whichever output, thermal or electrical. On 8 June 2026 the Government put forward its proposal EN-8, a national policy planning statement for the generation of fusion energy. Consultation and scrutiny of EN-8 The National Policy Statement for Nuclear Energy Generation (EN-8) has been put forward to help guide planners as they seek to make decisions on siting new nuclear fusion infrastructure. Under the Planning Act 2008, a National Policy Statement (NPS) like EN-8 must undergo public consultation and parliamentary scrutiny before it can be formally designated. The full draft text of EN-8 is currently under consultation by the Government and the Committee is beginning the parliamentary scrutiny process, offering industry, experts, and the public the opportunity to comment as it examines the implications of the framework set out in EN-8. What is EN-8? EN-8 is intended to become the principal guide for decisions on nuclear fusion power stations in England and Wales. Nuclear fission infrastructure is regulated under EN-7, supporting development of nuclear technologies like Small Modular Reactors and Advanced Modular Reactors and traditional gigawatt-scale plants. The significant difference in technology means that the Government intends for nuclear fusion to be managed entirely separately from nuclear fission. The aim is to create clarity, allowing interested investors and developers to have more confidence in bringing forward projects that will result in fusion energy contributing to the grid by 2040. The draft EN-8 focuses on environmental, safety & security, operational and developmental themes with detailed requirements for developers and the Planning Inspectorate in these areas. The Government has indicated that the Committee process must be complete by 30 November. |