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Introducing a Performance-Based Policy Framework in large Commercial and Industrial Buildings
We're seeking views on the government’s proposals to introduce a national performance-based policy framework for rating the energy and carbon performance of large commercial and industrial buildings. MoreClosed 9 June 2021 -
Non-domestic Private Rented Sector minimum energy efficiency standards EPC B: future trajectory implementation
We are seeking views on Government’s proposed framework to improve implementation and enforcement of the EPC B target by 2030 for privately rented non-domestic buildings. MoreClosed 9 June 2021 -
Call for Evidence: Post-implementation review of the Competition Appeal Tribunal Rules 2015
The CAT is a specialist appeal body with expertise in competition and regulatory decisions. It hears appeals against competition decisions (under the Competition Act 1998 (the CA98)), applications for review of merger and market decisions (under the Enterprise Act 2002 (the EA02)) and of regulatory decisions across regulated sectors (including, for example, under the Communications Act 2003 (the Comms Act 2002)). The CAT was created in its present form by Section 12 and Schedule 2 to... MoreClosed 10 May 2021 -
Standard Assessment Procedure 10.2 – updates for heat networks
Proposals to natural-gas CHP, the Products Characteristics Database, Biomass and recovered heat factors The Government is committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Meeting this legal commitment will require virtually all heat in buildings to be decarbonised, and heat in industry to be reduced to close to zero carbon emissions. Presently, heat is responsible for a third of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions [1] . Heat networks are a crucial... MoreClosed 10 May 2021 -
UK Internal Market: the continuity of exclusions from the principles of mutual recognition and non-discrimination for services
We have extended the consultation period until 7 May 2021. The purpose of the UK Internal Market Act 2020 is to allow people and businesses to work and trade freely across the whole of the UK after leaving the European Union (EU). It establishes 2 UK market access principles to protect the flow of goods and services in our home market: the principle of mutual recognition the principle of non-discrimination The consultation... MoreClosed 7 May 2021 -
The Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive – ensuring a stable scheme
The DRHI was scheduled to close to new applicants on 31 st March 2021. However, in March 2020 the government announced an extension to the DRHI for 12 months, until 31 st March 2022, with final RHI payments being made in 2029. This consultation sets out proposals for the closure of the scheme to new applications from 31 st March 2022. As the scheme is closing to new applications, we do not intend to introduce any major new policy initiatives into the scheme. Instead, we would like to... MoreClosed 7 May 2021 -
Consultation on mandatory climate-related financial disclosures by publicly quoted companies, large private companies and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs)
A consultation seeking views on proposals to require mandatory TCFD aligned climate-related financial disclosures from publicly quoted companies, large private companies and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs). . MoreClosed 5 May 2021 -
Subsidy control consultation - Designing a new approach for the UK
Following the end of the transition period on 31 December 2020, the UK has the freedom to design a new domestic subsidy control regime that reflects our strategic interests and particular national circumstances. The Government aims to deliver a regime that: Facilitates strategic interventions to support Government priorities, including supporting the economy’s recovery from Covid-19; Takes account of the economic needs of the UK’s individual nations and... MoreClosed 31 March 2021 -
Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry - public hearing sessions: expression of interest registration 2020/2021
The Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry will hold public hearing sessions in 2 stages over the next 6 months: Stage 1 - will be 'hearing from those affected' taking place from January to March 2021 Stage 2 - will be 'hearing from the organisations' taking place in May 2021. In stage 1 sessions Sir Wyn welcomes persons impacted by the Horizon dispute to attend focus group sessions where participants are invited to share their stories of the human cost. Sir Wyn hopes to hear... MoreClosed 19 March 2021 -
SBC User Survey
We, at the Office of the Small Business Commissioner, would really like to find out how you feel about the functionality, presentation and accessibility of our website ( https://www.smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/ ). The results from this short survey will help us make any necessary improvements, to provide you with a better experience in the future. We appreciate you taking the time to complete this short survey and we look forward to seeing what you have to say. ... MoreClosed 19 March 2021 -
Contracts for Difference (CfD): new Supply Chain Plan questionnaire
We are seeking views on proposals for a new Supply Chain Plan questionnaire for CfD Applicants to complete. It will form the basis of the initial assessment before an allocation round and ongoing monitoring, review and assessment after CfD signature. These plans were set out in the November 2020 consultation on proposals to strengthen our Supply Chain Plan policy and on changes to the CfD contract. Interested parties may wish to consider both consultations together. This consultation... MoreClosed 11 March 2021 -
Carbon capture, usage and storage: market engagement on cluster sequencing
This consultation sets out a potential approach to cluster sequencing for carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS), and seeks views on this approach from interested stakeholders. The consultation covers: A breakdown of a potential two-phase process we may follow in order to allocate CCUS programme support, and the timeline on which we would execute this process The details of the suggested Phase-1 cluster sequencing process, including potential evaluation criteria and the... MoreClosed 10 March 2021 -
Consultation on Draft Nuclear Safeguards Fees Regulations
This consultation seeks views on the proposed approach to the introduction of a cost recovery scheme for nuclear safeguards regulation, to commence from 1 April 2022. This will apply to those regulated under the UK’s new domestic nuclear safeguards regime, by the regulator, the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR). MoreClosed 9 March 2021 -
Enabling a High Renewable, Net Zero Electricity System: Call for Evidence
Achieving our ambitious climate targets will require significant levels of renewable deployment. Making sure we have the right policy framework to support this deployment will be crucial to delivering net zero while minimising costs for consumers. The government is seeking views on how the industry is approaching the financing and deployment of renewable technologies, and how this may change in the future. Responses will be used to explore options to evolve the current... MoreClosed 8 March 2021 -
Exemptions from the requirement for an electricity licence: call for evidence
We want to understand more fully how the exemptions regime currently operates, and whether changes to the regime are needed to reflect government aims and objectives. This includes how well the exemption regime has coped with the changing energy landscape and how exemptions are currently being used in practice. Your evidence will inform a future consultation on changes to the regime, as part of a wider review. The call is open to all, but we would like to hear in particular... MoreClosed 8 March 2021 -
Non-compete clauses: consultation on measures to reform post-termination non-compete clauses in contracts of employment
Non-compete clauses are used in contracts of employment to restrict an individual’s ability to work for a competing business, or to establish a competing business for a defined period after they leave. To support economic recovery from the impacts of Covid-19, the Government is exploring avenues to boost innovation through the diffusion of ideas, create the conditions for new jobs and increase competition. The purpose of the consultation is to seek views on two options: ... MoreClosed 26 February 2021 -
Consultation on the Early Phase Out of Unabated Coal Generation in Great Britain
This consultation seeks views on bringing forward the deadline for phasing out unabated coal-fired generation in Great Britain to 1 October 2024. This proposal is part of the Government’s drive to go further and faster on decarbonising the power sector, as it works towards net zero by 2050. MoreClosed 26 February 2021 -
Exclusivity Clauses: Consultation on measures to extend the ban on exclusivity clauses in contracts of employment
We are seeking views on a proposal to extend the ban on exclusivity clauses to contracts where the workers’ guaranteed weekly income is less than the Lower Earnings Limit, currently £120 a week. This is to ensure that low-income workers can take on additional work to boost their income should they wish to do so. MoreClosed 26 February 2021 -
Post Office Inquiry Call for Evidence
The Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry follows the conclusion of the group litigation involving postmasters and Post Office Limited in December 2019, and the Prime Minister's commitment on 26th February 2020 to hold an Inquiry. The Government wants to be fully assured that through the Inquiry there is a public summary of the failings that occurred, which were associated with Horizon, the IT system used by Post Office Limited (POL). Through this Call for Evidence, the Inquiry is seeking... MoreClosed 23 February 2021 -
Improving Home Energy Performance through Lenders
Lenders could have a role in building a market for energy performance improvements. The government has been engaging with lenders, their engagement organisations, and other financial stakeholders to better understand how government can encourage lenders to innovate. This consultation sets out a range of proposals that could improve the energy performance of mortgaged properties, and deliver substantial emissions reductions. The consultation is open to all, but will be of... MoreClosed 12 February 2021 -
Corporate Transparency and Register Reform: Consultation on implementing the ban on corporate directors.
In 2019, the Government consulted on a range of options to enhance the role of Companies House, increase the transparency of corporate entities and help combat economic crime. On 18 September 2020, the Government published a response to the Corporate Transparency and Register Reform Consultation.1 It set out a broad package of reforms to Companies House to ensure it is fit for the future and continues to make a valuable contribution to the UK’s business environment. The proposed reforms are... MoreClosed 3 February 2021 -
Corporate Transparency and Register Reform: Consultation on improving the quality and value of financial information on the UK companies register
In 2019, the Government consulted on a range of options to enhance the role of Companies House, increase the transparency of corporate entities and help combat economic crime. On 18 September 2020, the Government published a response to the Corporate Transparency and Register Reform Consultation. It set out a broad package of reforms to Companies House to ensure it is fit for the future and continues to make a valuable contribution to the UK’s business environment. The proposed reforms are... MoreClosed 3 February 2021 -
Corporate Transparency and Register Reform Powers of the Registrar
On 18 September 2020, the Government published a response to the Corporate Transparency and Register Reform Consultation. It set out a broad package of reforms to Companies House to ensure it is fit for the future and continues to make a valuable contribution to the UK’s business environment. The proposed reforms are also designed to give Companies House a more effective role in assisting the Government’s wider efforts to tackle economic crime affecting the UK by improving the integrity... MoreClosed 3 February 2021 -
Green Heat Network Fund: Consultation on proposals for scheme design
We are seeking your views on the design of the Green Heat Network Fund. Our consultation document sets out our indicative proposals for the following: the overall operation of the scheme; what types of networks and technologies the fund should support; how applications should be assessed and scored; how we can optimise the impact that the fund has on the heat network market; how we can ensure that consumers are treated fairly by the heat networks that receive... MoreClosed 29 January 2021 -
Pipeline questionnaire
This questionnaire accompanies the Green Heat Network Fund (GHNF) Call for Evidence. We wish to expand our understanding of the pipeline of heat network projects (both new and existing) that could potentially transition to low-carbon heat generation, if there were support available for them to do so. We are also interested in projects which, while they have expressed an interest in applying for HNIP, may also potentially be suitable for GHNF. We would be grateful if potential applicants for... MoreClosed 29 January 2021 -
Contracts for Difference: changes to Supply Chain Plans and the CfD contract
In March 2020, the government consulted on a range of proposed amendments to the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme ahead of the fourth Allocation Round (AR4), planned for late 2021. This consultation proposes further amendments to the scheme in relation to Supply Chain Plans and changes to the CfD contract. The government previously sought views on whether the Supply Chain Plan policy could better encourage the growth of sustainable, efficient supply chains. The government is now... MoreClosed 28 January 2021 -
Ecodesign and Energy Labelling for Lighting Products
This consultation proposes new ecodesign and energy labelling regulations for lighting products in 2021; and seeks to gather further evidence to support the development of lighting products policy beyond 2021 This consultation will be of particular interest to: manufacturers and importers and distributors of lighting sources lighting designers end-users of lighting, including businesses and consumers trade bodies consumer groups ... MoreClosed 27 January 2021 -
Improving the energy performance of privately rented homes
The Government has committed to upgrade as many private rented sector homes as possible to Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Band C by 2030, where practical, cost-effective and affordable. This consultation sets out a suite of policy proposals towards achieving this. These proposals will bring significant benefits to landlords, tenants and our environment including: reducing energy bills and increased comfort for tenants and supporting delivery of our statutory fuel... MoreClosed 8 January 2021 -
National Security and Investment: Mandatory Notification Sectors
This consultation sets out the Government's proposed sector definitions for the types of entity that could come under the National Security and Investment Bill's mandatory notification regime and we want to hear your views. MoreClosed 6 January 2021 -
Increasing the Scope and Powers of the Small Business Commissioner
This consultation seeks views on the merits of strengthening the Small Business Commissioner’s ("the Commissioner") ability to assist small businesses by providing them with effective mechanisms for redress, in respect of late payments. The Commissioner would potentially gain powers to activate enforcement mechanisms against: Businesses who do not comply with information requests. We are seeking views as to whether the Commissioner should have the power to enforce non-compliance... MoreClosed 24 December 2020
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