Mr Joshua Reynolds

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Liberal Democrat — Maidenhead

Speaking in the House of Commons on 13 October 2026

Debate

Household Energy Bills Support

Contribution

Cornwall Insight forecasts that the energy price cap will increase by a further 16% in January. The Secretary of State has spoken about taking VAT off electricity bills, but that amounts to £45 for an average household. In reality, that is like trying to fill a swimming pool with a thimble—it is not going to work. How will she help to protect families who are already struggling, and will she consider an essential energy guarantee so that all the energy that we need can be affordable for every household?

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