SNP warns of higher energy bills for Scots

Politics · First reported 30 Oct, 00:01 · Updated 00:24

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The SNP says Budget changes could increase gas costs for more than 800,000 Scots, while the UK Government says removing gas standing charges will make bills fairer and provide greater control. The Budget also includes a £100 energy payment for eligible households, which the Scottish Government says it will pass on.

Scottish Parliament Information Centre analysis cited in the report says more than 800,000 Scots could face higher gas bills after standing charges are replaced with higher unit prices.
The Budget includes a £100 energy payment for households in council tax bands A to D; the Scottish Government says it will pass the payment on.
The UK Government says removing gas standing charges will make bills fairer, while the SNP argues bills will rise and calls for Scottish independence.

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Key facts

Potentially affected by gas-price change: More than 800,000 Scots, according to analysis cited in the report.
People relying on heating oil: 142,000 Scots.
Budget energy payment: £100 for households in council tax bands A to D.
Forecast January bill rise: 27%, according to the report.