Norman Kerr of Energy Action Scotland told the Committee:
Much of what we are talking about as regards telephony, broadband speeds and energy suppliers will continue to fall within the remit of Westminster's retained powers, so the new body will have no teeth.iEEFW Committee, Official Report, 1 October 2019, col 46
However, Sarah O'Neill disagreed stating:
There is no reason why Consumer Scotland should not work to influence change in policy areas at UK level.