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Natural Gas and Oil: Prices

Commons · Question 3207 · Tabled 20 May 2026 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 5 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Andrew Rosindell

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to mitigate potential domestic price shocks arising from disruption to international oil and gas shipments.

Answer

Answered by Martin McCluskey, 5 Jun 2026

We have taken decisive steps to protect consumers and businesses from fuel price shocks, but the only way to protect ourselves from these price spikes is to get off the rollercoaster of the fossil fuel markets. We are supporting drivers through extension ...