<p>The Government is providing legislative backing to Ofgem's Retail Market Review measures which will simplify and standardise tariff structures and require suppliers to provide consumers with clearer and better quality information so that it will be easier for all</p><p><?notus-xml column=592?></p><p>consumers to compare tariffs to find a better deal and switch. We are also bringing forward legislation which will require suppliers to include QR codes on bills which link to a customer's data to make the process even easier. The Government is also discussing with energy suppliers how to reduce the time it takes for a switch to be completed.</p><p>In addition to legislation, the Government is providing extra help and advice to vulnerable consumers through the Big Energy Saving Network to help them engage with the energy market and to give them the confidence to take decisions that will reduce their bills.</p><p>The Government has also been instrumental in providing support to collective switching schemes. Earlier this year the Government kick-started a number of innovative projects through the £5 million Cheaper Energy Together competition. Money was awarded to 31 successful projects that all focused on engaging vulnerable consumers.</p>