Written question asked by Vicky Foxcroft (Labour) on Tuesday, 19 April 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 21 April 2022. It was answered by Greg Hands (Conservative) on Thursday, 28 April 2022 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.
Energy: Prices
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, for what reason, the Government did not take forward proposals for £5 million of Industry Initiatives to support disabled people who are struggling with energy costs but may not be eligible for a rebate; and if he will make a statement.
- Answer
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Respondents to last year’s consultation raised concerns that the proposal, especially if contributions from energy suppliers were made mandatory, risks overlapping with the support that suppliers can already provide to people with disabilities and health conditions.
The Government will continue to work with interested industry partners and third-party organisations to explore options based on voluntary contributions from energy suppliers, similar to other measures currently delivered through Industry Initiatives.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 155838
- Session
- 2021-22
- Subjects
- Disability Energy Prices
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- 2022-04-28 10:34:17 +0100
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