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David Hughes

Reeves drawing up plans to help with energy costs as Iran war continues

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves during a roundtable with petrol retailers and energy suppliers at 11 Downing Street (Dan Kitwood/PA) - (PA Wire)

Targeted support could be offered to households struggling with soaring energy bills as a result of the Middle East crisis, Rachel Reeves has indicated.

The Chancellor said she would give support “to those who really need it”, with a package of help for people who rely on heating oil – which is not covered by the energy price cap – expected next week.

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