Debate on the AddressTuesday, 19 May 2026

Continuation of the debate on the King’s Speech on energy security

MPs will continue debating energy security as part of the formal response to the King's Speech. This is a set-piece debate allowing the House to examine the government's energy policy priorities, which may cover renewable energy transition, grid resilience, energy costs, and industrial strategy. The continuation suggests the first day's debate did not exhaust all contributions, allowing further backbench and opposition scrutiny.

Energy security is a core economic and national security issue affecting household bills, industrial competitiveness, and Britain's net-zero commitments. This debate shapes parliamentary pressure on the government's energy direction and may expose tensions between decarbonisation goals and energy affordability—concerns that touch every voter and business.

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Andrew BowieConservative and Unionist Party

West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine

Andrew GriffithConservative and Unionist Party

Arundel and South Downs

Andrew WesternLabour Party

Stretford and Urmston

Dame Angela EagleLabour Party

Wallasey

Dr Ben SpencerConservative and Unionist Party

Runnymede and Weybridge

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