The Daily Record exclusively revealed last week SNP plans to design the new discount tariff with energy suppliers including E.ON, Scottish Gas and EDF.
John Swinney has confirmed plans to create a new “social tariff” to slash energy bills for Scots on low incomes.
If green-lit, it could mean cheaper bills and support for those already struggling with extreme fuel poverty - as well those at risk of falling into fuel poverty, such as pensioners who will no longer qualify for the Winter Fuel Payment but remain on low incomes. Highlands and islands MSP Roddick asked the FM if he agreed the decision by Keir Starmer’s government on the Winter Fuel Payment would “disproportionately” hit people in her region where winters are colder. Swinney replied: “I do recognise those issues, and those points have been raised by the government with the United Kingdom Government… this issue was essentially landed on the Scottish Government along with a budget cut of £160million.
John Swinney Labour Party Scottish Labour Scottish National Party Environment Scottish Government
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Andrew Marr takes swipe at John Swinney and backs Anas Sarwar for First MinisterThe former BBC political editor suggested Swinney was not a “proper, grown up first minister”.
Read more »
Grangemouth MP says Keir Starmer and John Swinney have 'abandoned' workforceEXCLUSIVE: Brian Leishman said the joint funding of £20 million to secure the site's long term future is 'frankly insulting' and 'nothing more than a token offering'.
Read more »
John Swinney urged to sack 'inept' Housing Minister over homelessness crisisPaul McLennan was slammed for insisting the Scottish Government had a good record when it came to building affordable housing.
Read more »
John Swinney pressed on unsolved Nairn murder after top cop branded ‘callous’The First Minister said during FMQs that he was 'sympathetic' with the family of Alistair Wilson and that he 'shares their frustration'.
Read more »
First Minister John Swinney calls for release of Scot detained in IndiaJohn Swinney met with Jagtar Singh Johal's brother Gurpreet this morning, and will now write to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer with his concerns.
Read more »
John Swinney humbled after SNP Government loses free school meals voteJohn Swinney's administration went down to defeats on free school meals and peak rail fares.
Read more »