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Labour Accused of 'Broken Promises' as Britons Hit With Rise in Energy Bills: 'Outrageous!'

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Labour Accused of 'Broken Promises' as Britons Hit With Rise in Energy Bills: 'Outrageous!'

TL;DR

  • Ofgem confirms a four percent rise in the energy price cap from October.
  • The typical household annual energy bill will increase by £60.
  • Shadow Environment Secretary Victoria Atkins labels the price hike 'outrageous' and a 'broken promise'.
  • Atkins highlights struggles for rural households relying on heating oil and the importance of winter fuel allowance.
  • The impact on businesses facing rising energy costs and taxes is also a concern.
  • The Conservative party proposes reducing energy costs by axing VAT on electricity and carbon taxes.
  • Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh attributes the rise to the Iran War and details government measures to help families.
  • The government has cut VAT on electricity bills starting in October.

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