Liz Truss promised to take a 'hands on' approach to dealing with the energy crisis during her first speech as Prime Minister. Speaking at a podium outside 10 Downing Street, just after 5pm today (Tuesday September 6) the new prime minister admitted that soaring energy bills are one of her 'three early priorities'.
Earlier today, it was reported that Ms Truss is thought to be drawing up plans for a freeze in bills - which could cost around £100 billion. She did not confirm these plans during her speech but said that she would "take action this week". She did not offer any detail on how she plans to help bill payers. Ms Truss added that 'growing the economy' and 'making sure that people can get doctor's appointments' are her other two early priorities.
Addressing the nation, she said: "As Prime Minister, I will pursue three early priorities. Firstly, I will get Britain working again.
