Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to the oral contribution of the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work of 20 June 2023 on Cost of Living Support, when his Department plans to complete its analysis of the potential merits of social tariffs on energy.

As set out in the autumn statement, we are exploring the best approach to consumer protection from April 2024, as part of wider retail market reforms.

As part of this work, officials are discussing options with and assessing evidence from stakeholders, including disability organisations.