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Written question asked by Baroness Sanderson of Welton (Conservative) on Thursday, 19 March 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 2 April 2020. It was answered by Lord Callanan (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 April 2020 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Hospitality Industry: Coronavirus

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with utility companies about any support those companies could offer the hospitality industry as a result of the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Answer

Government is liaising closely with energy suppliers and relevant trade bodies about support to all of their customers, and in particular vulnerable customers, during this period. Businesses in the hospitality sector that have concerns about being able to pay their utility bills should speak to their energy supplier about payment terms.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2788
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Disease control Utilities Coronavirus Hospitality industry
Link
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