Source · Select Committees · Energy Security and Net Zero Committee
Recommendation 17
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Set Energy Price Cap equally for all customers, regardless of chosen payment method.
Conclusion
Ofgem should set the Energy Price Cap at an equal level for all customers, regardless of their chosen payment method, taking effect from the price cap period January to March 2026. It must also ensure that customers who are in energy debt are given greater flexibility to switch their supplier and have access to a wider range of tariffs to better manage their finances. (Recommendation, Paragraph 59)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 21 January 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗