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Written question asked by David Linden (Scottish National Party) on Wednesday, 24 May 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 5 June 2023. It was answered by Gareth Davies (Conservative) on Tuesday, 6 June 2023 on behalf of the Treasury.


Energy: Social Tariffs

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether he has had recent meetings with SCOPE on their social tariff on energy campaign.

Answer

Officials from HM Treasury and the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero met with SCOPE in January 2023 to discuss energy-related needs and support for disabled people.

In March, the Government set out its intention to consult in Summer 2023 on options for a new approach to consumer protection in the energy markets from April 2024 onwards. The government continues to engage with a range of stakeholders as part of its wider retail market reforms.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
186720
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Energy Scope Social tariffs
Link
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