Mr. Lightwood moved a Bill that would require internet service providers to offer free access to public sector websites such as gov.uk and nhs.uk, addressing the financial burden faced by millions of households struggling with broadband costs during the cost of living crisis. He cited statistics showing nearly 2 million UK households were unable to afford broadband in October 2023, up from over a year ago, noting that 16% of universal credit claimants reported being behind on their broadband bill compared to just 4% of non-claimants. During the pandemic, operators like Vodafone and EE provided free online access to NHS websites and other critical services through zero-rating, which Lightwood proposed extending into a legal requirement for all UK network providers.