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Andy Burnham asks ministers to review gas standing charges

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Andy Burnham has asked Chancellor John Healey and Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh to develop a plan to remove standing charges from gas bills. Standing charges are fixed daily fees that households must pay regardless of whether energy is being used. The suggestion was made as regulator Ofgem continues its consultations on these charges. Research firm Nesta proposed moving these charges to the unit rate, meaning customers would pay only for gas they consume.

From bbc.co.uk

Why it matters

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The proposal addresses household support issues amid pressure on the Prime Minister regarding energy costs. While Energy UK noted that the impact depends on how the charges are reallocated, the move could benefit low-income customers and those who use little gas. However, heavy users might end up paying more under a unit rate structure.

The Green Party and Ellie Chowns previously urged Andy Burnham to cut energy bills following the Ofgem price cap increase.

From bbc.co.uk

Who's involved

  • Andy BurnhamBritish politician who asked ministers to review gas charges
  • John HealeyChancellor of the Exchequer asked to review gas charge reform
  • OfgemRegulator currently running consultations on standing charges
  • Miatta FahnbullehEnergy Secretary asked to look at gas charge reform

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • EnglandSpeculative

    Consumers might see changes in their energy costs depending on how standing charges are reallocated.

  • Octopus EnergySpeculative

    Energy companies could see changes in their revenue models if the billing structure is altered.

  • uSwitchSpeculative

    Price comparison services could see shifts in how they present energy costs to customers.

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