The UK Labour government has confirmed £2 billion of funding for 11 green hydrogen projects in its Autumn Budget. These projects, known as the HAR1 projects, represent 125 MW of capacity and are spread across England, Scotland, and Wales. While the initial announcement was made by the previous Conservative government, concerns were raised within the UK hydrogen sector regarding delays in funding, regulatory obstacles, and policy clarity, resulting in none of the HAR1 projects reaching a final investment decision yet. However, with the upcoming HAR2 round set to award up to 875 MW in capacity, the budget signaled continued support for the hydrogen sector. The budget also included allocations for carbon capture and storage (CCS) clusters, the National Wealth Fund (NWF), and investments in less established technology classes. This funding commitment aims to boost domestic production of hydrogen derivatives and support key areas like ports, green steel, and hydrogen production. Additionally, Labour confirmed support for track-1 CCS clusters in England, highlighting a comprehensive approach to decarbonization. Experts and industry leaders have praised the budget’s focus on green energy initiatives, with Hydrogen UK and other stakeholders expressing optimism about the government’s commitment to clean energy sectors. While the funding signals a positive step towards a sustainable energy transition, challenges remain in ensuring projects reach final investment decisions and move from planning to implementation. Calls for swift regulatory action, strategic infrastructure investment, and support for supply chains were highlighted as crucial for the success of green hydrogen projects in the UK.