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Written question asked by Lord Taylor of Warwick (Non-affiliated) on Monday, 18 December 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 4 January 2024. It was answered by Lord Callanan (Conservative) on Thursday, 21 December 2023 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Energy: Prices

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what measures they are implementing to alleviate the financial burden of energy bills on struggling households, while ensuring the energy market stays resilient.

Answer

The Government is continuing to support those most in need, with millions of vulnerable households receiving up to £900 in further Cost of Living Payments. This is in addition to support available to low-income and vulnerable households, including £250 - £600 through the Winter Fuel Payment and an annual rebate of £150 off their energy bills through the Warm Home Discount.

Energy prices have also significantly fallen in the past year alone and the Q1 2024 price cap of £1,928 has more than halved compared to Q1 2023 when the price cap peaked at £4,279.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1307
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Energy Government assistance Prices
Link
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