Overview

This bill mandates the inclusion of climate change information in all motor vehicle advertisements and registration documents. The aim is to raise public awareness of the environmental impact of car ownership.

Description

This bill introduces two key requirements:

• Advertising: All motor vehicle advertisements must include information on the vehicle's climate change impact. This includes 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. This information must constitute at least 25% of the advertisement's space (printed) or airtime (broadcast).
• Registration Documents: The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency must include the same climate change information in all vehicle registration documents issued after the act comes into force.

Failure to comply results in a fine (up to level 5 on the standard scale).

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify government spending figures. However, costs are likely associated with enforcement and potential updates to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency’s systems. The exact financial impact remains undefined within the bill itself.

Groups Affected

• Motor Vehicle Advertisers: They will need to significantly alter their advertising materials to comply with the new regulations.
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturers: They may need to adjust their marketing strategies and provide the required data.
• The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA): They will be responsible for including the new information in registration documents.
• Consumers: Will be exposed to more information regarding the climate impact of vehicle purchases.

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