Great British Energy Bill returns to the Lords

The Great British Energy Bill seeks to establish Great British Energy, as a publicly-owned and operationally independent energy company.

Consideration of amendments

The bill was considered by the House of Lords between 30 October 2024 and 25 February 2025 before returning to the House of Commons in a process known as parliamentary 'ping pong'. 

On Wednesday 30 April, Lords members will consider a single change (PDF) made by MPs in the House of Commons regarding an amendment previously agreed in the House of Lords.

This amendment sought to withhold financial assistance to any designated company under Great British Energy where there exists credible evidence of modern slavery in the energy supply chain.

How to follow

• Watch live on Parliament TV from 3.45pm
• Read the Lords Hansard transcript (available from three hours after the debate)

Explore further information  

Read background on the bill in the House of Lords Library briefing. 

What's happened so far

Third reading

Third reading, a chance for members to ‘tidy up' the bill, ensuring the text is effective, workable and without loopholes, took place on Tuesday 25 February.

Report stage

Further detailed examination of the bill took place during report stage on Tuesday 11 February.

Committee stage 

Line-by-line examination of the bill took place during committee stage between Tuesday 3 December 2024 and Wednesday 15 January 2025.

Second reading

Second reading, the main debate on the key principles and purpose of the draft law, took place on Monday 18 November.

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