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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Albert Toth

Thousands living near new pylons to save £250 on energy bills as government gives update

The UK is set to build thousands more pylons over the coming years - (PA Archive)

Certain households will soon start receiving £250 a year off their energy bills as the government lays out plans to improve and upgrade Britain’s electricity network.

Those living near new pylons are set to benefit from the payments over 10 years, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has confirmed. This will add up to £2,500 saved over the course of the scheme.

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