A potential shake-up of the UK energy sector
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During the speech, she stated it was on a walking holiday with her husband that she had the moment of clarity. May stated that opposition within parliament to Brexit and‘ holding up the process’ by others has the main reasons because if she wins with a clear mandate, then she assumes that the power is hers to wield. But the opposition within parliament is to ensure accountability that the government are seeking the best deal for the public, as is their job, and make sure that the democratic processes of parliament are duly followed.
May has ruled out TV debates however, ITV have already confirmed that they will hold a leader’ s debate and empty chair May’ s spot with the BBC likely to follow suit. She claimed that it clogged up the schedule and would rather‘ get out and about amongst voters’. However, what
A potential shake-up of the UK energy sector
The government will need to further invest into the sector. Over-reliance on the private sector could lead to consumers being worse-off
By Matthew Clifton
The UK energy sector needs a major shake-up, with investment in renewables largely coming from the private sector and the government unwilling to invest in such areas. Ministers, commentators and the public have often accused the Big 6 energy companies of not offering the best prices to its consumers. The sector is need of real change to assist with the UK’ s commitments to tackling climate change.
better way is there to announce policy on a live TV debate to millions of voters at the same time? Whether she will choose to accept the inevitable invitation remains to be seen but refusal will have a detrimental effect on her campaign, she has since agreed to a one-on-one Question Time style Q & A with an audience prompting further questions over why she is against a TV debate?
Reasons for the U-turn?
The election comes at a time when the Electoral Commission is investigating the Conservatives for election fraud in 21 different constituencies. There is suspicion that she is trying to bypass any potential convictions but it could also prove fatal. If the necessary authorities chose to prosecute close to the election, that individual wouldn’ t be able to pull out due to time constraints and would have to continue to campaign and stand with that
Firstly, Utiligroup has been acquired by the US private equity firm, Accel-KKR for around £ 100m. This underlines the sectors reliance on private funding after government spending has been significantly reduced. They are hedging their bets that the UK energy market will be rocked and the landscape will change dramatically. The small technology company that is based in Chorley, previously owned by NorthEdge Capital, provides software for new utility companies.
This software helps them to establish themselves in a market dominated by the Big 6 energy companies, British Gas, SSE, ScottishPower, EDF Energy, Eon and Npower. They have also developed the technology that will help rollout smart meters, devices that’ ll help consumers track how much energy they use. The government were due to intervene with the Big 6 to help households on the expensive‘ standard variable’ tariffs, but with a general election looming. It is unknown what will happen next.
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But ultimately Theresa May wants nothing more than her place in history, she has no will or care to improve the country or create a long-term sustainable infrastructure for generations to come. May only wants to stand on the shoulders of other leaders and say,“ I was the leader who took the historic step in triggering Article 50 and removed Britain from the EU.” For better or for worse. She has shown little interest in long-term sustainability and creating a fairer society.
Environmental groups warned, prior to the election announcement, that government policy that prioritises trade over tackling climate change and illegal wildlife trade would result in a‘ race to the bottom’ for environmental issues. After a leaked report stated trade would be prioritised, this prompted various environmental campaigners to write to the government, the letter included " we are alarmed by recent media reports suggesting that the UK ' s commitments to tackling climate change and ending the illegal wildlife trade could be watered down to secure post-Brexit trade deals." The government responded by stating that it was‘ committed as ever’ to greener policies.
Whoever wins the general election on June 8 th will have to provide the UK with a robust, progressive and sustainable energy policy, or be left behind and stuck within an era that no longer exists. This will ensure long-term sustainability and improve the UKs ability to innovate and adapt to future changes within the sector.