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Great British Energy Bills 2026-02-10

2026-02-10

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Partial Answer
Warinder Juss Lab
Wolverhampton West
▸ Context
The question arises from concerns about the impact of energy policies on local schools and hospitals in Wolverhampton. The MP wants to understand how Great British Energy will affect these institutions.
What estimate has been made of the potential impact of Great British Energy on energy bills for public services?
Martin McCluskey
Great British Energy's mission is to power Britain with clean, secure and home-grown energy. It has already started that work, with Great British Energy and the Government funding around 250 school and 260 hospital solar installations.
▸ Assessment & feedback
The estimate of the impact on energy bills was not provided.
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Q2 Partial Answer
Warinder Juss Lab
Wolverhampton West
▸ Context
In Wolverhampton, nearly one in five households are experiencing fuel poverty. The MP welcomes the Government's commitment to reducing this number but seeks more specific measures to help constituents immediately.
Will the Minister please outline what other tangible changes my constituents can expect to see over the next year thanks to GB Energy?
Martin McCluskey
I thank my hon. Friend for that question. I know that he is focused, as I am, on reducing energy bills for his constituents and people across the country. People in Wolverhampton and across the country will also be benefiting from our action to reduce energy costs by an average of £150 this April.
▸ Assessment & feedback
The answer did not fully address all aspects of the question, particularly regarding specific changes expected over the next year.
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Q3 Partial Answer
Gregory Campbell DUP
East Londonderry
▸ Context
The International Energy Agency has recently commented that the UK has some of the highest energy prices in the western world. The MP asks for an assessment from the Department regarding these statements.
Has any assessment been made by the Minister or the Department of the comments made by the IEA?
Martin McCluskey
I think where the IEA and I would agree is that we need to get off the rollercoaster of fossil fuels and ensure we are investing in clean home-grown energy that people across the country can take advantage of to lower their bills.
▸ Assessment & feedback
The specific assessment requested was not addressed; instead, a general principle was stated.
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