Government Reviews Possible Removal of Gas Standing Charges

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has asked ministers to examine whether fixed standing charges can be removed from gas bills.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham asked ministers to study this idea.

He asked Chancellor John Healey.

He also asked Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh.

They must report back to Parliament.

No plan exists yet.

Standing charges are daily fees.

People pay them without using energy.

They help pay for energy delivery and infrastructure.

One idea adds them to gas prices.

Energy UK said bills may change.

Nesta said this may help poor families.

Burnham said the Jackdaw gas field could help renewable energy.

He said it could link gas and electricity prices less.

Section: Business

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