Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he has had recent discussions with energy companies on taking steps to ensure that non-direct debit customers receive alternative fuel payments directly to their bank accounts.

Payments began from 6 February and electricity suppliers have until the end of February to pay eligible customers, including non-direct debit customers. When and how customers receive their payment will depend on their electricity supplier and how they pay their bill.