Commentary on Sections Reporting on fuel poverty Section 10
63.In accordance with section 10, the Scottish Ministers must, when preparing the 3-yearly reports, consult such persons as they consider appropriate. This must include individuals who currently live, or have previously lived, in fuel poverty. It must also include local authorities and individuals drawn from the following categories: those with disabilities, those with long-term illness, older people, and those living in rural areas. The Scottish Fuel Poverty Advisory Panel (established under section 14) must also be consulted.