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Small Businesses: Energy

Asked by Adam DanceLiberal DemocratDepartment for Business, Innovation, Science and TradeTabled Answered 8 September 2026UIN 19647

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what steps he is taking to support (a) semi-rural and (b) rural small businesses in Yeovil constituency with increases in annual energy standing charges.

Answered by Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade

The government recognises that high energy prices are a concern for SMEs across the country, including rural businesses in Yeovil.

We are cutting energy bills by up to 25% for manufacturers from April 2027 through the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme. We have increased the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant to help SMEs transition to more stable, lower-cost heating. Through the UK Business Climate Hub, we are helping SMEs cut bills, improve resilience, and invest in long-term sustainability.

Government is also working with Ofgem to reform the non‑domestic energy market, improving transparency and complaint handling.

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