In UK100's response to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero's consultation on the Review of the Fuel Poverty Strategy, we outline key priorities for tackling fuel poverty through local action, empowering councils to deliver warmer homes and energy efficiency improvements.

In UK100's submission to the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee, we outline how local authorities—as the most trusted tier of government on climate action—can effectively engage communities and build public consent for the energy transition.

UK100 advocates for stronger fabric efficiency metrics and improved enforcement powers for local authorities in EPC reform.

In UK100's response to the Department for Transport's Integrated National Transport Strategy consultation, the network of 117 local authorities advocates for greater devolution of transport powers and funding to councils. The submission emphasises reforming assessment methodologies, strengthening rural transport solutions, and enabling data-driven planning. Key recommendations include establishing London-style integrated transport systems nationwide and shifting from competitive to long-term strategic funding approaches.

In UK100's Spending Review 2025 submission, we outline key priorities for accelerating local climate action as a network of councils committed to net zero. We call for targeted investment in local energy planning, community energy projects, senior planners, and council retrofit delivery capacity. The submission emphasises moving from short-term competitive funding to strategic, multi-year investment approaches.

In UK100's response to the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee's inquiry on community energy, we outlined five key priorities: establishing a stable policy environment through a national strategy, creating consistent funding streams, streamlining planning processes, building a sustainable and inclusive market with proper financial incentives, and enhancing technical support. As a network of 116 local authorities committed to rapid net zero transition, we emphasised the critical role of local leadership in scaling up community energy projects.

In UK100's response to the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee's inquiry on workforce planning for clean energy, we outlined three key priorities: establishing a coordinated national skills strategy through Skills England, empowering local authorities to drive green skills development with proper funding and support, and increasing investment in training and education. As a network of 116 local authorities committed to rapid net zero transition, we emphasised the need for standardised training programmes and clear career pathways.