David Smith MP: written questions

4 Jul 2026–16 Oct 2026 · year in progress

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Written questions

ElectricityDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 4 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 27338More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, how many households in the UK are living off the electric grid; and what actions his department are taking to ensure access to energy for communities in all parts of the UK, including rural a
Answer: DESNZ does not hold data on off-grid households. DESNZ works with Ofgem to ensure grid investment supports all communities, including rural and remote areas. Under Ofgem’s price control framework, network companies are investing in new electricity capacit...
Answered 14 Sept 2026
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Energy: MetersDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 7 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 16736More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what progress he has made on upgrading smart meters in North Northumberland constituency.
Answer: Energy suppliers are now able to install smart meters in the ‘North’ region using the 4G cellular mobile network, with 4G communication hubs available for rollout across Great Britain since July 2025. 4G operates alongside the existing long range radio so...
Answered 15 Jul 2026
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