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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Tom Eden

Sturgeon: ‘Every penny’ from bills rebate will go towards easing cost of living

PA Wire

Nicola Sturgeon has pledged that “every single penny” of additional money Scotland receives from energy bill and council tax rebates will be used to support people with the cost of living crisis.

Scotland’s First Minister was asked about the decision by energy regulator Ofgem to hike the price cap to a record £1,971 for a typical household, with bills expected to rise by £693 per year from the beginning of April.

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