Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask His Majesty's Government what action they are taking to review and limit the increase to the standing charge on energy household bills.

The energy price cap sets a limit on unit rates and standing charges, ensuring that millions of households pay a fair price for their energy. The standing charge reflects the on-going costs that fall on a supplier to provide and maintain a live supply to a customer’s premises.

Ofgem is responsible for setting the price cap and remain the sole decision-maker over how it is calculated.