ENERGY PRICES AND FUEL POVERTY

Early day motion 1731, tabled 1 March 2006 by Linda Riordan (Labour). Signed by 57 members.

That this House is concerned that the large rise in energy prices will force many people into fuel poverty; and calls on the Government to set up a statutory scheme with energy companies and relevant charities to put in place energy audits and fuel payments for those most in need.

Signatures by party: Labour 46, DUP 4, Liberal Democrat 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Conservative 1, Respect 1.