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Consumer Council Welcomes Minister’s Move On Gas Competition

Monday 30 January 2006

The Consumer Council has welcomed the proposals announced by Energy Minister Angela Smith to open the gas market here to competition.

Currently Phoenix Natural Gas is the sole domestic gas supplier in Greater Belfast whilst firmus energy is licensed to supply gas to customers in 10 towns outside Belfast.

Wesley Henderson, Director of Energy at the Consumer Council said:

“The Minister's announcement couldn't come at a better time.  Rising energy prices are top of the news at the minute and consumers are really worried about spiralling costs.  Today's announcement by Angela Smith paves the way for consumer choice and companies actively competing for gas customers.  This means people should soon able to shop around for the deal that suits them best.

“The Consumer Council applauds the Minister's decision.  All existing and new gas customers look forward to a fair deal within a stable and sustainable gas industry.”

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