Debates between Christopher Chope and Justin Madders during the 2024 Parliament

Wed 22nd Jan 2025

Competition and Markets Authority Chairman

Debate between Christopher Chope and Justin Madders
Wednesday 22nd January 2025

(1 week ago)

Commons Chamber
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Justin Madders Portrait Justin Madders
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That is certainly something that the CMA has been dealing with, and I am sure that we will be able to provide my hon. Friend with an update shortly.

Christopher Chope Portrait Sir Christopher Chope (Christchurch) (Con)
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Will the Minister ask the Competition and Markets Authority to investigate why we have the highest energy prices in the world, particularly for electricity?

Justin Madders Portrait Justin Madders
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I will certainly pass that request on. That might be something that Ofgem would also have an interest in.