The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “Ofgem’s announcement that the energy price cap will rise to £3549 in October confirms what many of us have long feared. Despite repeated warnings, the Government has consistently failed to intervene and Ministers must act now to prevent this cost of living crisis becoming a national disaster.
“Without Government support, some Londoners will not only be forced to choose between heating or eating but could struggle to do either. The Government must immediately freeze bills and introduce a Lifeline Tariff to ensure the most vulnerable people in our city receive a basic amount of free energy every day.
“Through transformative initiatives like my Warmer Homes scheme I’m committed to doing all I can to support Londoners through this deepening crisis but, with energy prices soaring and more families struggling to make ends meet, this Government needs to step up and take urgent action now.”
Additional Information
- The Mayor is calling on Government for an immediate bill freeze as well as the introduction of a Lifeline Tariff to ensure the most vulnerable people receive a certain amount of free energy every day.
- Sadiq is also lobbying the Government to give him the power to freeze rents in the capital for two years, saving struggling Londoners almost £3,000 on average
- The Mayor offers a range of support for Londoners worried about their bills, including the Cost of Living Hub, my Warmer Homes Advice Service and the Warmer Homes scheme to help people make their homes more affordable to heat.