Question follow-through · 123550

Heat Networks: Prices

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that operators of heat networks provide transparent billing and fair pricing to consumers.

answeredDepartment for Energy Security and Net Zero

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Answering body
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Tabled
24 Mar 2026
Target answer date
26 Mar 2026
Answer
1 Apr 2026 · 8 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 24 Mar 2026

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that operators of heat networks provide transparent billing and fair pricing to consumers.

  2. 26 Mar 2026

    Target answer date

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  3. 1 Apr 2026

    Answer published

    In January, we introduced Ofgem as the market regulator for heat networks. Heat network operators and suppliers are now required to demonstrate compliance with Ofgem’s Authorisation Conditions, including those on billing transparency and fair pricing.Ofge...

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