The UK's Contracts for Difference (CfD) funding model is facing criticism for not being suitable for the growing hydrogen market. At the Hydrogen UK Annual Conference, concerns were raised about the potential missed opportunities and risks associated with the current funding model, which could hinder the country's progress towards achieving its 2030 target of 10GW of hydrogen production. Denis Thomas, the Global Marketing Director for electrolysers at a US company, expressed positive views about the UK market, considering it attractive. He specifically praised the country's low-carbon hydrogen standard (LCHS) for avoiding certain restrictive criteria present in the EU and US regarding additionality, hourly matching, and grid correlation. The discussion at the conference highlighted the need to address policy gaps that might impede the development of the hydrogen sector in the UK. Despite the challenges, there is optimism surrounding the potential for growth and innovation in the market. The event emphasized the importance of aligning policies to support the transition towards sustainable energy sources and to meet ambitious targets set by the government.