Street Works (Penalties for Utility Companies) Bill

This bill introduces or increases financial penalties that utility companies must pay when they carry out street works (such as laying pipes, cables, or conducting repairs) without proper permissions, with inadequate safety measures, or in violation of regulations. The legislation aims to encourage utility companies to follow proper procedures, minimise disruption to roads and the public, and ensure work is completed to required standards. By making penalties more substantial, the bill creates financial incentives for compliance with street works regulations. The revenue from penalties may be directed toward repairing damage caused by poor workmanship or compensating affected communities.