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Energy: Debts

Asked by Jim ShannonDemocratic Unionist PartyDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled Answered 11 June 2026UIN 6365

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what discussions his Department has had with energy suppliers on the provision of debt relief schemes for vulnerable customers.

Answered by Martin McCluskey

The Government is working closely with Ofgem, energy suppliers and consumer groups to develop a range of interventions to reduce energy debt and ensure consumers have access to effective debt advice.

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