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Oscar Dayus

Calls to scrap energy loan which is 'motivated by politics, not economics'

A University of Bath economist says the government's attempts to tackle the cost of living crisis are motivated by politics, not economics.

Professor Chris Martin said the plan is politically motivated as it doesn't efficiently target the poorest and also favours older people over younger people.

His comments follow Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis, calling on the Chancellor to "urgently rethink" the compulsory £200 energy scheme.

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