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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Karl Matchett

Energy bills to rise ahead of winter despite prediction of relief for households

Energy bills for average UK households are set to rise by £35 from October, Ofgem has confirmed, despite previous predictions that prices would fall.

The regulator confirmed the 2 per cent rise in bills on Wednesday morning, meaning the average annual bill will rise from £1,720 to £1,755.

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