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Written question asked by Richard Holden (Conservative) on Monday, 8 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Thursday, 11 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Electricity: Prices

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to paragraph 14 of the National Audit Office report on Sizewell C, HC 33, published in May 2026, whether his Department plans to analyse the potential impact of projected electricity bill increases during the construction of Sizewell C on households, commercial customers, and industrial customers.

Answer

The department estimates that RAB levies for Sizewell C will add on average approximately £1 a month to a typical household bill. Eligible Energy Intensive Industries are exempt from RAB levies.

There will be £2 billion per year savings to the energy system once Sizewell C is operational.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
7496
Session
2026-27
Related items
Subjects
Construction Electricity Prices Sizewell C power station
Link
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