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Written question asked by Ian Byrne (Labour) on Tuesday, 17 October 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 20 October 2023 (named day). It was answered by Amanda Solloway (Conservative) on Friday, 20 October 2023 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Energy: Social Tariffs

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, pursuant to the Answer of 24 April 2023 to Question 181721 on Energy: Prices, what recent assessment she has made of the potential merits of a social tariff for energy.

Answer

As set out in the 2022 Autumn Statement, the Government is exploring the best approach to consumer protection, as part of wider retail market reforms.

The Government continues to monitor the situation and will keep options under review.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
203151
Session
2022-23
Related items
Energy: Prices
Monday, 24 April 2023
Written questions
House of Commons
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Energy Social tariffs
Link
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