Energy Ministers
A European Commission gas price cap proposal hasn’t proved popular with some member states
Member states have pledged to redistribute the energy sector’s surplus profits to low income customers
The Scottish Energy Minister Fergus Ewing has said the Electricity Market Reform risks failing Scotland. In a speech to the Scottish Parliament (pictured) he claimed the UK Government was adding to the existing challenges already faced by the country’s “exciting, new renewables industry”. Mr Ewing said: “Developments ranging from small hydro stations and innovative projects […]
Energy Secretary Chris Huhne today gave the regulator his backing for its intended market reforms. Earlier today Ofgem’s Chief Executive Alistair Buchanan said that the energy companies were letting down their customers with highly-priced, confusing tariffs. Mr Huhne said: “I wholeheartedly welcome the regulator Ofgem’s announcements today. With households and businesses facing rising energy prices, […]