§ 7. Mr. Wigleyasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he remains satisfied that the electricity discount scheme, as it has operated this winter, has brought the necessary help to those most in need of assistance with their electricity bills.
§ Dr. John CunninghamA £5 payment was made to recipients of supplementary benefit or family income supplement in January. Under this year's scheme additional help is available to eligible consumers whose electricity bills exceed £20. They are entitled to 25 per cent. of the amount over £20 and have until 30th June to claim this by applying for a discount voucher at post offices.