Thousands of Lanarkshire residents are facing a steep rise In their energy bills after regulator Ofgem announced a 54 per cent increase in the energy price cap.
A higher price limit means nearly 18 million households in Scotland, England and Wales will typically pay £1971 a year for gas and electricity, a hike of around £693.
Another 4.5 million people on prepayment meters will see an even bigger increase of £708 a year.
