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Energy Bills: Support for Households in Scotland

Wednesday 16 November 2022 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • UK Government's energy price guarantee will reduce unit costs of electricity and gas for typical households in Scotland by around 700 this winter.
  • Wendy Chamberlain raised concerns about incorrect billing for seven cases in Scotland due to increased energy costs.
  • Minister offered to raise the specific case of incorrect billing directly with Ofgem if details are provided.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Wendy Chamberlain Lib Dem North East Fife
Scotland Energy
Context

The question follows discussions on the impact of increasing energy bills, focusing specifically on support measures for Scottish households.

Question

What discussions has he had with Cabinet colleagues regarding support for households experiencing increased energy costs in Scotland?

Answer from John Lamont

The UK Government's energy price guarantee will reduce the unit cost of electricity and gas so that typical households across Great Britain, including in Scotland, save around £700 this winter, reducing bills by roughly a third.

Partly answered

Not addressed: He did not address any specific discussions with Cabinet colleagues or actions taken to support Scottish households specifically.

How: He Provided General Information About The Energy Price Guarantee Rather Than Specifics On Discussions.

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Q2 Wendy Chamberlain Lib Dem North East Fife
Scotland Energy
Context

Following an issue with a constituent's bill, the question focuses on ensuring accurate billing for households facing rising energy prices.

Question

She discusses an ongoing issue with incorrect billing after resolving one case. She mentions seven more cases where residents are receiving incorrect invoices due to increased energy costs in Scotland and asks about discussions with Ofgem.

Answer from John Lamont

He is concerned to hear about that case. Ofgem is independent of the Government but, if the hon. Lady sends him the details, he would be happy to raise the case directly with Ofgem.

Partly answered

Not addressed: While willing to intervene personally, he did not provide information on broader discussions or actions taken by the UK Government regarding accurate billing issues for Scottish households.

How: He Responded With A Willingness To Take Individual Action Rather Than Discussing Broader Engagement.

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