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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
August Graham

Why are energy prices rising and what will it mean for households and companies?

PA Wire

The price of the gas and electricity that millions of households across Britain buy is going to spike by £693 after Ofgem reviewed its cap on energy bills.

It is likely to put pressure on households, especially those that are less well off who spend a higher proportion of their income on simply keeping their homes warm and lights on.

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