Written question asked by Kevin Bonavia (Labour) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 September 2026 (named day). It was answered by Kate Dearden (Labour) on Thursday, 3 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.

Business: Single People

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, if he will take steps to encourage businesses to provide deals and offers that accommodate the needs of individuals living alone.

Answer: The Government recognises that many households face cost of living pressures, including people who live alone. Decisions on the products, services, offers and pricing made available to consumers are generally commercial matters for individual businesses. The Government does not mandate particular pricing structures or promotional offers, but through competition and consumer protection frameworks seeks to ensure that markets work fairly for consumers and businesses.

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