The Senedd election marks a change from previous elections for Wales. As in the UK Parliament, energy is a key topic of debate in Wales. We review the manifesto pledges of the key parties in the Welsh election and consider the potential outcomes of 7 May upon the Senedd.
Senedd Election 2026: Comparing the parties’ energy policies Read More »
Last week, the Secretary of State for Energy, alongside the Prime Minister and the Chancellor, announced a series of measures aimed at reducing the impact of volatile gas prices on Great Britain’s wholesale electricity market, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to drive energy price uncertainty. But what do the proposed changes actually mean for the energy sector?
Government proposes Wholesale Contracts for Difference scheme Read More »
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 »
Brevia Energy takes a look at the Local Power Plan, the challenges faced by the Government in its delivery, next steps, and why these developments matter for industry stakeholders.
UK Government’s Local Power Plan – what it means for industry Read More »
From April 2026, subsidy payments under the RO and FiT will be uprated by CPI rather than RPI, as part of a broader effort to manage electricity system costs. In this article, Brevia Energy explores the rationale behind the reform, the projected consumer savings, and the implications for legacy renewable assets.
Government confirms CPI indexation for renewable subsidies Read More »
DESNZ Ministers appeared in the House of Commons to answer Oral Questions from MPs. Brevia Energy provides the key takeaways.
DESNZ February Oral Questions – Key Takeaways Read More »
Following several delays, the UK Government published its Warm Homes Plan (WHP) last month, setting out its long-term framework to deliver warmer, more cost-efficient homes across the UK. Brevia Energy explores the strategic aims of the plan, its key focuses and delivery mechanisms.
Ambitions and Challenges of the Warm Homes Plan Read More »
Brevia Energy reviews the themes that emerged from the first Energy Security and Net Zero Oral Questions of 2026.
DESNZ Faces First Oral Questions of 2026 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 »
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.
Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce Report – Key Takeaways Read More »