Many of us shed a tear as Keir announced his resignation. The PM made this country better, delivering historic climate progress. As we thank him for his work, we are hopeful that a new leader will deliver the change we need and cut through a hostile media that risks our future.
We need to see the law changed, so that employers and workers know when action must be taken to keep workers cooler and safer. Add your name. https://t.co/y6KbnEfUm9 via @megaphoneuk
Britain needs a bigger, stronger electricity grid after years of underinvestment.
New independent research published today shows overheard lines and pylons are still the most cost effective way to get the electricity transmission network built.
For too long, energy projects were stuck waiting years for grid connections.
Thanks to our reforms more than 700 projects have now been offered connections - delivering clean power, unlocking investment and building the energy system Britain needs.
Getting on with delivery. 👇
Small farms, big impact.
The first window of the new Sustainable Farming Incentive is scheduled to open 30 June, for small farms and farms without existing Environmental Land Management agreements first. Simpler, fairer, and backed by £240 million - https://t.co/IsXEcUXZEG
Building a more secure energy system should go hand in hand with stronger workers’ rights.
That's why we're introducing a Fair Work Charter, co-designed with the trade unions.
Those who power our country deserve power in their workplace too.
More here👇
https://t.co/QQLi4gJQdF
Energy companies agree to pay to train workers and create green jobs 🌱
Energy workers set for a skills and protections revolution after offshore wind supply chain companies and trade unions sign up to the government’s Fair Work Charter.
https://t.co/NNBjCLWGEF
Could a community battery cut your bills?
We are already seeing the impact in Hook Norton, where a community battery is helping cut costs and make the most of locally generated energy.
We want to see more of this - putting power back into the hands of local communities.