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Smart Meters Act 2018
Summary
The Smart Meters Act 2018 enables the UK government to require energy suppliers to install smart meters in homes and businesses. These devices automatically record and send energy usage data, replacing traditional meters and aiming to give people better control over their energy consumption.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing the rollout of smart meters across the UK. Smart meters help people see their energy use in real-time, potentially saving money on bills and helping the environment by reducing energy waste.
A vote to oppose means
- —Some people worry about privacy and data security, as smart meters collect detailed information about when you use electricity and gas. Others are concerned about potential health effects from wireless signals or that installation costs might be passed to consumers.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote0 votes
0% Support · 00% Oppose · 0
Parliament's Vote542 MPs
58% Ayes · 31442% Noes · 228
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading18 Oct 2017
- 2nd reading24 Oct 2017
- Committee stage21 Nov 2017
- Report stage5 Feb 2018
- 3rd reading5 Feb 2018
Lords
- 1st reading6 Feb 2018
- 2nd reading13 Mar 2018
- Committee stage24 Apr 2018
- Report stage15 May 2018
- 3rd reading22 May 2018
Royal Assent23 May 2018
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