The Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, notes the commentary issued earlier today (July 14), by the opposition Shadow Minister regarding the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026.
“While that work continues, the Government’s fuel duty relief is delivering immediate savings by eliminating the fuel duty on electricity generation, a tax that was doubled by the previous administration. This measure is projected to reduce household electricity bills by approximately $375 per year.”
Minister Lightbourne stressed, “The Government also recognises the legitimate concerns of Bermudians who invested in solar energy in good faith. Those investments have reduced Bermuda’s reliance on imported fuel and should be reflected in a fair and sustainable regulatory framework.
“While tariff decisions remain the responsibility of the independent Regulatory Authority (RA), the Government has made clear that the benefits of the energy transition must be shared fairly, including by customers who generate their own power.
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