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Written question asked by Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party) on Wednesday, 15 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 May 2024 (named day). It was answered by Justin Tomlinson (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 May 2024 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Energy: Prices

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of trends in the level of gas consumption on energy prices in Scotland.

Answer

While we expect levels of gas consumption to decline in the coming years, we are working to facilitate the least-cost pathway to a secure gas system and net zero future.


The Ofgem price cap is around 60% lower now relative to its peak at the start of 2023.


We are prioritising the impact on consumer costs in developing future gas policy.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
902950
Session
2023-24
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Energy Natural gas Prices Scotland
Link
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