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  • Leading by Example: Cutting energy bills and carbon emissions in the wider public and higher education sectors. A Call for Evidence

    We are interested in evidence and views about the action required to realise carbon and energy savings across the wider public and higher education sectors in England over the next 10 years. We particularly welcome your comments on the introduction of a voluntary emissions target for the wider public and higher education sector estates in England. This would exclude central government departments and their agencies which already have their own targets. Please note that the email address... More
    Closed 7 December 2017
  • Bringing forward EU Emissions Trading System 2018 Compliance Deadlines in the UK

    The purpose of this consultation is to seek views on a proposal to bring forward the reporting and surrender compliance deadlines for UK regulated EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) participants for the 2018 compliance year to before 29 March 2019. Following the consultation the UK Government proposes to enact this into law by amending the 2012 Greenhouse Gas Regulations, so that they have effect from 1 January 2018. The context and reasons for these changes, as well as a draft of... More
    Closed 24 November 2017
  • Call for evidence on the reform of the Green Deal Framework

    This call for evidence is to improve our knowledge of stakeholders’ views on the Green Deal Framework, and whether there is scope for changing the Framework so that it can better support current and future needs. We are seeking views on the Framework as a whole, all the elements within it and on factors that may warrant changes to it. The Government will ensure throughout that the interests of consumers are foremost. How to respond You can respond using the online survey (see... More
    Closed 23 November 2017
  • Revised requirements for radiological protection: regulation of public exposures and the justification of practices

    We are setting out proposals for the transposition of the public exposures and justification aspects of the 2013 Euratom Basic Safety Standards Directive. The 2013 Euratom Basic Safety Standards Directive (2013/59/EURATOM) lays down safety standards for protecting against the dangers arising from exposure to ionising radiation. We're seeking views on proposals for implementing the requirements of the Directive in relation to planned and existing public exposure situations and... More
    Closed 15 November 2017
  • Revised requirements for radiological protection: emergency preparedness and response

    We're consulting on how to transpose the emergency preparedness elements of the Basic Safety Standards Directive 2013 (BSSD 2013). This consultation is relevant to those working with radiological material, in particular where an emergency as a result of that work might have an impact on the public . Emergency planners working in local authorities will also have an interest in the topics on which we are consulting. This is a joint consultation between BEIS, HSE and... More
    Closed 15 November 2017
  • Consultation on new rules for bioliquids, wastes & residues under the Renewables Obligation

    This consultation seeks views from interested parties across the UK on implementing the European Union’s new sustainability requirements for bioliquids used for electricity generation under the Renewables Obligations for England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. It also sets out new definitions for wastes and residues that apply to bioliquids, and solid and gaseous biomass. These issues are relevant to biomass energy developers and generators, biomass feedstock suppliers,... More
    Closed 13 November 2017
  • The Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive: Further Proposed Amendments

    The Non-domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) was introduced to bridge the gap between the cost of renewable heating systems and conventional alternatives. It is open to business, public sector and non-profit organisations. The Government is keen to ensure that the Non-domestic RHI continues to contribute to both our decarbonisation targets and to the UK’s renewable energy target whilst ensuring that the scheme offers good value for money. The Government made a commitment in the... More
    Closed 31 October 2017
  • Trade Union Act 2016: consultation on the Certification Officer’s levy

    The Certification Officer is responsible for statutory functions relating to trade unions and employers’ associations. We're seeking views on the proposed implementation of section 20 of the Trade Union Act 2016 . This gives the Certification Officer the power to impose a levy on trade unions and employers’ associations to recover the cost of oversight and regulation. More
    Closed 26 October 2017
  • Controlling the costs of biomass conversion and co-firing under the Renewables Obligation (RO)

    This consultation seeks views from interested parties on proposals for controlling the costs of non-grandfathered biomass conversion and co-firing units under the Renewables Obligation, to apply from 1 April 2018 (subject to the outcome of this consultation and Parliamentary approval). The two options proposed are a generator cap or a re-banding of support levels. The draft Impact Assessment contains an initial assessment of the net impacts of the proposals. We are seeking views on... More
    Closed 26 October 2017
  • Non-domestic smart metering policy proposals and draft legal text

    This consultation seeks views and evidence on new non-domestic smart metering policy proposals. The policy proposals are designed to give non-domestic consumers access to the full benefits of smart meters, while at the same time recognising the diverse nature of these energy users and the need for proportionate regulation. The consultation also invites views on the draft legal text required to implement the removal of the Data Communications Company (DCC) opt-out. As set out in... More
    Closed 19 October 2017
  • Laser pointers: call for evidence

    This call for evidence aims to gather data and information on the market for laser pointers and how they are used. It covers the misuse of laser pointers, particularly the safety issues involving 'laser attacks' on pilots and drivers of lorries and other vehicles following an increase in the number of these attacks. In addition, it looks at concerns about the potential for retinal damage among consumers where high powered laser pointers are shone into the eyes. The call for evidence... More
    Closed 6 October 2017
  • Policy proposals for offshore combustion plant - Transposition of the Medium Combustion Plant Directive and Chapter III of the Industrial Emissions Directive

    This consultation seeks comments on policy proposals for transposing relevant requirements of the Medium Combustion Plant Directive (EU) 2015/2193 (“the MCPD”) and Chapter III of the Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU (“the IED”) in respect to eligible combustion plants on offshore installations engaged in hydrocarbon-related activities (i.e. oil and gas operations plus gas and carbon dioxide unloading / storage operations) in applicable territorial waters and on the United... More
    Closed 5 October 2017
  • Updating Consumer Protection in the Package Travel Sector

    The 1992 Package Travel Regulations provide protection to consumers who buy package holidays. While these Regulations have effectively protected consumers in the market for many years, the sector has changed significantly since they were introduced. Technical innovation and in particular the growth of the internet and mobile technologies, have opened up new ways of buying and selling holidays. This consultation sets out our proposals for updating our laws to align with the 2015 Package... More
    Closed 25 September 2017
  • Radio Equipment Directive Consultation

    The Government seeks views from stakeholders on the UK implementation of the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (the Directive). The Directive came into full effect on 13 June 2016. This consultation does not address the content of the Directive as this has already been negotiated and agreed and was previously consulted on. The Directive replaces the Directive on Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (RTTE) 99/5/EC as amended. It ensures that radio equipment placed on the... More
    Closed 14 August 2017
  • Electronic Balloting for Industrial action: Knight review - Call for Evidence

    This consultation sets out the background to Sir Ken Knight’s independent review of electronic balloting and calls for evidence in support of it. In the weeks up to the general election we are unable to promote the call for evidence, in line with the guidance for civil servants . We are therefore extending the deadline for responses from 10 May to 14 July 2017. How to respond You can respond using the online survey at link below. If you would prefer not to respond... More
    Closed 14 July 2017
  • Trade Union Act 2016: Consultation on the Certification Officer’s enforcement powers

    We are consulting on the detail of how the proposed financial penalties regime will operate and we welcome views from trade unions, employer associations and other interested organisations and individuals. Specifically, we are seeking views on whether: the proposed approach to set the level of financial penalty by type of obligation breached is appropriate the maximum levels by type of obligation breached are appropriate; and the proposal to reduce the penalty maxima by 50%... More
    Closed 21 May 2017
  • Building our Industrial Strategy

    This consultation is now closed We want to build an industrial strategy that addresses long-term challenges to the UK economy. Our aim is to improve living standards and economic growth by increasing productivity and driving growth across the whole country. This green paper sets out our vision for a modern industrial strategy and some early actions we have committed to take. It aims to start a genuinely open and collaborative conversation about the skills, research,... More
    Closed 17 April 2017
  • Unlocking the potential of Primary Authority: Implementing the Enterprise Act 2016

    Primary Authority enables businesses to obtain consistent advice on compliance with regulation, in a tailored and cost effective manner, from local authorities. Primary Authority advice is assured – the primary authority may direct against enforcement action if it is deemed to be inconsistent with advice given – and this gives businesses the confidence to invest and grow. The scheme is statutory, established by the Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions Act 2008 (RESA). As at December 2016,... More
    Closed 7 April 2017
  • EIA Directive Transposition - Offshore Petroleum and Pipe-lines (EIA) Regulations 2017

    This consultation invites comments on proposals for implementing amendments to the European Union Directive on environmental impact assessment in so far as the Directive applies to the Offshore Production and Pipe-lines (EIA) Regulations 2017. How to Respond If you are responding in writing, please make it clear which questions you are responding to. Written responses should be sent to: David Foskett Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Floor... More
    Closed 16 March 2017
  • Transposition of the EIA Directive - The Electricity Works (EIA) Regulations 2017

    This consultation invites comments on proposals for implementing amendments to the European Union Directive on environmental impact assessment in so far as the Directive applies to the Electricity Works (EIA) Regulations 2017. How to Respond If you are responding in writing, please make it clear which questions you are responding to. Written responses should be sent to: Gareth Leigh Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy 3 Whitehall Place London... More
    Closed 16 March 2017
  • Corporate governance reform

    For Britain to thrive in a global economy, businesses need to focus on long-term value creation and command public confidence and respect. But for people to retain faith in capitalism and free markets, big business must earn and keep the trust and confidence of their customers, employees and the wider public. Where this social contract breaks down and individual businesses decide to play by their own rules, faith in the business community as a whole diminishes – to the detriment of all. More
    Closed 17 February 2017
  • Review of Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI)

    In her November 2016 speech to the CBI Annual Conference on a modern Industrial Strategy, the Prime Minister announced a Review of the Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI), led by David Connell, an industry expert with a background in the UK’s science and technology sector. SBRI is a cross-government programme, managed by Innovate UK (the UK’s innovation agency), that enables small businesses to bid for government contracts to develop new products and solutions for the... More
    Closed 8 February 2017
  • UK bioeconomy: call for evidence

    This call for evidence seeks your input to help shape a UK bioeconomy strategy. Our aim is to produce a strategy which will foster a world leading bioeconomy which is appropriate to the UK's industrial structure and availability of natural resources. This strategy will engage with many different sectors across the economy and will need to take account of other objectives, such as on decarbonisation, broader sustainability and food security. The survey is a series of questions... More
    Closed 29 January 2017
  • Proposed Changes to the Government's Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP)

    We are seeking comments on proposed changes to the Government’s Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for the calculation of fuel use in dwellings. More
    Closed 27 January 2017
  • Heat in Buildings online consultation

    This consultation asks for views on options for raising domestic boiler standards. The Government is also seeking evidence on the costs and benefits of wider domestic central heating system performance improvements. More
    Closed 27 January 2017
  • Heat in Non-Domestic Buildings Call for Evidence

    This call for evidence provides the means to test what we have learned so far and to seek feedback and views to help us develop and support future policy development. We are seeking views from those in the building industry and decision-makers on the opportunities, and how we can: • Keep energy bills as low as possible; • Continue to ensure the UK has a secure and resilient energy system; • Remain at the leading edge of science, research and... More
    Closed 27 January 2017
  • Reforming The Employment Tribunal System

    The Government seeks views on the issues to be considered when implementing the wider justice system reform principles in the Employment Tribunal system. Views from all users of the system are particularly welcome, and responses from representatives and advisors of individuals and business, the legal profession, non-legal members and the judiciary are particularly encouraged. More
    Closed 20 January 2017
  • A smart, flexible energy system: a call for evidence

    As part of our commitment to building a 21 st century energy infrastructure, the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and Ofgem are working together to ensure our energy system can respond to the latest challenges, and take advantage of the opportunities offered by new innovative technologies and services. A smart, flexible energy system offers significant benefits for consumers and the economy, helping us use energy more flexibly and increasing the efficiency of the... More
    Closed 12 January 2017
  • The Groceries Code Adjudicator Review: Part 2 - Call for Evidence on the case for extending the GCA’s remit

    The Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA) s the UK's independent adjudicator responsible for overseeing the relationship between supermarkets and their suppliers. The GCA also ensures that large supermarkets treat their direct suppliers lawfully and fairly and investigates complaints. This review is divided into two parts. This is the second part, a Call for Evidence on the case for extending the GCA’s remit in recognition of concerns raised by other suppliers in the... More
    Closed 10 January 2017
  • Post Office network consultation

    We are seeking your views on the accessibility of post offices, the services available at branches, and the role that communities might be able to play in the future of the network. Government provides funding to maintain a national network of post office branches that is accessible to everyone. We want you to tell us what you expect from the post office network. More
    Closed 21 December 2016
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