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Written question asked by Baroness Kennedy of Cradley (Non-affiliated) on Thursday, 26 January 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 February 2023. It was answered by Lord Callanan (Conservative) on Thursday, 9 February 2023 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Energy: Business

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to provide support to businesses that are off grid energy users.

Answer

On 6 February, my Rt. Hon. Friend the then Minister for Climate and Energy announced further information on the Non-Domestic Alternative Fuel Payment Scheme (ND-AFP). Electricity suppliers can now start making payments to eligible off-grid energy users and they will deliver this support up to 10 March. Most customers are expected to receive a credit of £150 on bills later this month and will not need to apply.

A top-up payment in addition to the £150 will be available for large users of heating oil (kerosene) in GB and NI to take account of their higher usage. These top-up payments will require an application to a delivery body and will be banded based on level of usage. The Government will set out further details in the near future.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL5135
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Business Energy Government assistance
Link
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