Overview

This bill mandates the inclusion of climate change information in all motor vehicle advertisements and registration documents. It aims to increase public awareness of the environmental impact of vehicle ownership.

Description

This bill requires all motor vehicle advertisements to include information about the vehicle's climate change impact. This information must include details from the Vehicle Certification Agency's point-of-sale label and a statement from the Government Chief Scientific Adviser on the link between greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. For printed ads, this information must occupy at least 25% of the ad's space; for television or film ads, it must be shown for at least 25% of the ad's duration. Failure to comply is a criminal offence, punishable by a fine. Additionally, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency must include this same climate change information in all vehicle registration documents issued after the bill's enactment.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify government spending figures. However, there will be costs associated with enforcing the new regulations and updating registration document production processes. The exact financial impact is not detailed in the bill itself.

Groups Affected

• Motor vehicle advertisers: They will need to redesign their advertisements to comply with the new requirements, potentially incurring costs.
• Vehicle manufacturers: They will need to ensure that the required information is readily available for advertisers.
• The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA): They will need to modify their processes to include the mandated information in registration documents.
• Consumers: They will receive more information about the environmental impact of vehicles, potentially influencing their purchasing decisions.

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