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Energy Act 2010
Summary
The Energy Act 2010 is a law designed to help the UK produce more of its own energy in cleaner ways. It makes it easier to build new nuclear power plants and encourages investment in renewable energy sources to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and meet climate targets.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing efforts to make the UK's energy supply cleaner and more secure. It helps develop nuclear power and renewable energy sources, which can reduce bills long-term and create green jobs while cutting carbon emissions.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry about the high costs of building new nuclear power stations and who pays for them. Others are concerned about nuclear waste storage and feel the Act doesn't do enough to support cheaper renewable energy like wind and solar.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote3 votes
0% Support · 0100% Oppose · 3
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading19 Nov 2009
- 2nd reading7 Dec 2009
- Committee stage5 Jan 2010
- Report stage24 Feb 2010
- 3rd reading24 Feb 2010
Lords
- 1st reading25 Feb 2010
- 2nd reading23 Mar 2010
- Committee stage7 Apr 2010
- Report stage7 Apr 2010
- 3rd reading7 Apr 2010
Royal Assent8 Apr 2010
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