Gas and Electricity Prices

HC Deb 28 November 1983 vol 49 c396W

25. Mr. Winnick

asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will make a statement on proposed price increases for gas and electricity.

Mr. Peter Walker

Gas and electricity prices are determined by the industries concerned. No final decisions have been taken but I expect any increases next year to be within the rate of inflation.

34. Sir William van Straubenzee

asked the Secretary of State for Energy what effect on gas and electricity prices he expects from recent decisions relating to overall Government expenditure.

Mr. Peter Walker

Gas and electricity prices are determined by the industries concerned. No final decisions have been taken but I expect any increases next year to be within the rate of inflation.