Standing charges on utility bills

Early day motion 1677, tabled 16 October 2023 by Gregory Campbell (DUP). Signed by 11 members.

That this House notes recent increases in standing charges being levied on utility bills; condemns the practice which unfairly penalises homeowners that use less electricity and gas; and calls upon Ofgem to review its decision which will result in millions of hard pressed consumers having to pay hundreds of pounds each year even when some, particularly in one or two person households, use relatively little energy at a time when other household prices continue to escalate.

Signatures by party: DUP 5, Independent 2, Alba 1, Green 1, Labour 1, Scottish National Party 1.