§ Mr. Ralph Howellasked the Secretary of State for Energy what is the estimated annual cost of extending the electricity discount scheme to people claiming rate rebates.
§ Dr. John Cunningham:The extension of this winter's electricity discount scheme to people receiving rate or rent rebate or rent allowan is estimated to cost some £ 15 million.
§ Mr. Ralph Howellasked the Secretary of State for Energy what is the estimated total annual cost of the electricity rebate scheme.
§ Dr. John Cunningham:If all those eligible claim the electricity discount the cost of this winter's scheme is estimated to be £ 45 million.