HC Deb 30 March 2004 vol 419 c1368W
Jon Trickett

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry (1) how much she estimates is held by utility companies in excess from estimated bills; [164630]

(2) what steps she has taken to ensure the accuracy of estimated utility bills; and if she will make a statement. [164641]

Mr. Timms

The regulation of gas and electricity supply, including billing arrangements, is the responsibility of the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem). I understand that the Chairman of Ofgem will write to the hon. Member about the matters he has raised.