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Starmer Eyes EU Electricity Market, Sparks Energy Bill Concerns

12/24/2025

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Sir Keir Starmer is pursuing Britain’s reentry into the EU's internal electricity market, which would require stricter clean energy targets.
The EU seeks 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, up from 22% today.
The move could double the UK's net zero targets and place energy policy under EU jurisdiction.
Shadow Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho warns the plan could raise energy bills and reduce competitiveness.

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Sir Keir Starmer is pursuing Britain’s reentry into the EU's internal electricity market, which would require stricter clean energy targets.
The EU seeks 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, up from 22% today.
The move could double the UK's net zero targets and place energy policy under EU jurisdiction.
Shadow Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho warns the plan could raise energy bills and reduce competitiveness.