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10 key events in energy in 2025
As a year marked by long-anticipated decisions and significant policy signals draws to a close, Brevia Energy takes a look back at developments and decisions that shaped the UK energy landscape in 2025.
Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce Report – Key Takeaways
Last month, the Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce published its final report. Although the UK is one of 33 countries pledging to triple its nuclear capacity by 2050, the Taskforce warns that the current system risks slowing delivery at a time when global competitors are accelerating. Brevia Energy explores the key takeaways from the Report.
Who is the new CEO of the National Institute for Care and Excellence?
On 16 December 2025, the National Institute for Care and Excellence (NICE) announced that Professor Jonathan Benger CBE will be the organisation’s next Chief Executive, from Friday 19 December 2025. Professor Benger takes up his new role at a pivotal moment, as NICE plays a central part in delivering the Government’s 10 Year Health Plan for the NHS.
New House of Lords Nominees Announced
Explore the new Political Peerages list for the House of Lords, featuring nominations from Labour, Liberal Democrats, and Conservatives.
UK Budget: Key Energy Measures and What They Mean
With pressure to ease the cost of living, deliver on the manifesto pledge to cut household energy bills, and provide clarity on the UK’s long-term energy transition, this Budget contained some of the most significant energy-related interventions we have seen this Government make to date. In this article, Brevia reviews the key announcements from the Budget and their implications for the wider energy landscape.
What does the UK’s Landmark US Trade Deal mean for Access to Medicines and the Life Sciences Sector?
The UK Government announced on 1 December 2025 a landmark deal that is expected to benefit NHS patients by expanding access to vital medicines, strengthening the UK’s pharmaceutical supply chain, and attracting new investment into the country’s life sciences sector.
Government backs Heathrow expansion as ANPS review accelerates
The UK Government has confirmed that Heathrow Airport Limited’s (HAL) third runway proposal will form the basis of the ongoing Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) review, marking a major step forward for long-awaited airport expansion at Heathrow.
Key Energy Stakeholder Changes in Parliament
In a surprise announcement, former MP and longstanding member of Labour’s shadow energy team Dr Alan Whitehead CBE has returned to Westminster, becoming the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s Lords Spokesperson. Alongside this appointment, there have been some changes to the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee.
Third Party Intermediary regulation: What’s next?
At the end of October, the Government published out its long-awaited plan for Third-Party Intermediary (TPI) regulation in the retail energy market, following a consultation that ran from September – November last year. Brevia Energy sets out the key announcements from the Government’s response and what this means for companies operating in the sector moving forward.
Maintaining Confidence in the Warm Homes Plan
A recent National Audit Office report revealed considerable issues in the delivery of home energy efficiency measures, shortly before rumoured delays to the £13billion Warm Homes Plan. Brevia Energy explores how Government and industry must ensure that lessons from ECO are embedded before the new scheme is rolled out.
Clean Energy Jobs Plan: Key Takeaways
On 19 October, the Government published its first ever national clean jobs plan, intended to deliver a skilled and inclusive workforce, offering high quality jobs across the UK. Brevia Energy sets out the key themes of the Clean Energy Jobs Plan, linking it to the wider Government priorities.
New Ministers face DESNZ Questions
The new Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) Ministerial team faced its first oral questions last week.[1] Key themes included energy bills and fuel poverty, as well as the impact of the clean energy transition on industry and jobs – Brevia Energy explores these below.