The Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, delivered her 2026 Spring Statement on Tuesday afternoon. The OBR’s forecast was made before the latest conflict developments in the Middle East and does not take into account any potential fallouts from this, such as impact on gas prices, which have risen steeply since the beginning of March.
What did the Chancellor say in the Spring Statement? Read More »
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.
10 key events in energy in 2025 Read More »
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.
Key Energy Stakeholder Changes in Parliament Read More »
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.
Third Party Intermediary regulation: What’s next? Read More »
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.
Clean Energy Jobs Plan: Key Takeaways Read More »
In this article, Brevia Energy examines the key points from the REMA update and the next steps for electricity market reform.
REMA Update: What does it mean for the Energy Sector Read More »
Baroness Margaret Curran has been appointed Minister of State for Energy Security and Net Zero in the House of Lords, following the retirement of Lord Hunt. She inherits a high-stakes brief at a crucial moment, particularly for the UK’s nuclear sector. Her portfolio includes responsibility for nuclear, individual planning decisions and DESNZ businesses in the House of Lords. With the Government expected to announce its Final Investment Decision for Sizewell C in a few weeks, the new Minister takes up her post at a critical time for the nuclear sector.
Baroness Curran Appointed Minister at DESNZ: What’s in Her In-Tray? Read More »
The Climate Change Committee recently published its Seventh Carbon Budget, outlining the UK’s strategic framework for achieving significant emissions reductions over the coming decades. A key takeaway is the downgrading of the CCC’s view on hydrogen for home compared with the Sixth Carbon Budget published in 2020. In this article, Brevia reviews the CCC’s positioning on heat in the Seventh Carbon Budget compared to the Sixth Carbon Budget.
What does the Seventh Carbon Budget mean for the future of hydrogen? Read More »
This article explores the challenges and opportunities within Labour’s plans for decarbonising transport, emphasising the need for clarity and ambition in identifying how transport fits into the Government’s clean power plans.
Is the Government succeeding in Decarbonising Transport? Read More »
Since taking office in July 2024, the Labour Government has made notable progress in energy policy, including launching Great British Energy and accelerating the development of clean energy infrastructure. However, significant gaps remain in areas critical to achieving the UK’s long-term energy objectives. This article explores the challenges and opportunities within Labour’s nuclear energy policy, emphasising the need for greater clarity and decisive action.
Energy Policy Progress: Where are we with Nuclear? Read More »