The Energy Independence Bill will cut bills for households and put power back in people's hands with a fairer energy system.
Families and businesses will benefit from a fairer energy system, cheaper bills and greater public control under landmark legislation introduced to Parliament today (Wednesday 4 November).
The Energy Independence Bill is a down payment on longer-term reforms that will fix Britain’s broken energy system, putting affordability at its heart, while unlocking barriers to deliver clean power.
Building on last week’s Budget, the government will bring forward amendments to the Bill to support plans to scrap standing charges on household gas bills, ending the daily charge paid even when no gas is used.
The move will give around 23 million households greater control over their energy costs, with around 60% of gas account holders expected to save an average of £45 a year.