Economic Responsibility and a Plan for Growth

Debate between Alan Brown and Andrew Griffith

Wednesday 19th October 2022 Commons Chamber

[Andrew Griffith]

Just like the constituents of Arundel and South Downs, I do not want the constituents of Eddisbury to face any prejudice. My hon. Friend makes his point well, and I am sure that the Energy Minister will be listening.

[Alan Brown (Kilmarnock and Loudoun) (SNP)]

If the so-called energy price guarantee will reduce inflation by 4% or 5%, what will inflation go to in April 2023 when the Government remove it?

[Andrew Griffith]

I have learned not to make forecasts in life.

[Alan Brown]

You just did.

[Andrew Griffith]

I was citing external forecasts, rather than making forecasts of where energy prices in an unprecedented moment of global volatility will be six months hence. Maybe the hon. Member has a greater insight into that.

[Alan Brown]

I feel I have.

[Andrew Griffith]

No. Treasury officials will lead a review regarding the appropriate measures to support households and businesses with their energy needs beyond April, but without the taxpayer picking up an inappropriate share of the burden.