Petition · past parliament
Stop energy suppliers increasing the Standing Charges for domestic fuel.
Rejected
9 signatures
What the petition asks
Cap the Standing Charges at current rates
To stop consumers getting into Fuel poverty more than they are at the moment
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. This is a matter for energy providers.
You can find out more about standing charges here: https://www.energyhelpline.com/help/what-are-unit-rates-and-standing-charges
You may wish to sign this petition calling for a related action:
Subsidise energy prices to offset any increase in the energy price cap
Subsidise energy prices to offset any increase in the energy price cap
You can find out more about standing charges here: https://www.energyhelpline.com/help/what-are-unit-rates-and-standing-charges
You may wish to sign this petition calling for a related action:
Subsidise energy prices to offset any increase in the energy price cap
Subsidise energy prices to offset any increase in the energy price cap
Timeline
| 6 Mar 2022 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 11 Mar 2022 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
9
Status
Rejected
Rejected
11 Mar 2022
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.