UK Parliament · Public Bill · No. 0259
Energy Act 2008
[As Introduced]
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The Energy Act 2008 is a law that gives the UK government powers to manage energy production and supply more effectively. It encourages the development of cleaner energy sources, particularly nuclear and renewable power, to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and help meet climate targets.
Presented by Mr John Hutton
supported by Lord Jones of Birmingham.
supported by Lord Jones of Birmingham.
✓ Passed into lawPublicLords
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The people's count15 votes
100% Aye · 150% No · 0
MPs' vote472 MPs
76% Ayes · 36124% Noes · 111
The democratic gap
24% , a wide gap
Bill passage
Commons
- 1st reading10 Jan 2008
- 2nd reading22 Jan 2008
- Committee stage5 Feb 2008
- Report stage30 Apr 2008
- 3rd reading30 Apr 2008
Lords
- 1st reading1 May 2008
- 2nd reading21 May 2008
- Committee stage12 Jun 2008
- Report stage22 Oct 2008
- 3rd reading5 Nov 2008
Royal Assent26 Nov 2008