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Healey to scrap £108 gas standing charges from 2027
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- Chancellor Mr. Healey will scrap gas standing charges from 2027.
- Ofgem aims to remove the charges in 2027 or shortly thereafter.
- The current gas standing charge averages £108 per year under the price cap.
- Switching to unit rates could save about £45 annually for 60% of households.
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham said abolishing charges promotes fairness and bill control.