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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Annabel Bate

Energy secretary defends Ofgem 4 per cent price cap rise

Ofgem Energy Miatta Fahnbulleh
  • The Ofgem energy price cap will rise by 4 per cent from 1 October for typical households in England, Scotland, and Wales.
  • Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh defended the hike, stating she cannot control Middle East conflicts that drive up global wholesale prices.
  • Analysts confirmed that ongoing tension in the Middle East has pushed wholesale energy costs higher.
  • The Secretary of State admitted the upcoming rise will exceed the support previously announced by the Prime Minister.
  • Fahnbulleh pledged that the government will continue working to bring household energy bills down.

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Energy secretary says ‘I can’t control wars’ as Labour defends Ofgem 4% price cap rise

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