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Why energy bills are increasing

Squeeze on wholesale gas prices around the world drives up household bills

The Independent UK · May 20, 2022

Energy bills: How can the UK government help reduce soaring gas and electricity?

Rishi Sunak under fire for not doing more to help households tackle climbing costs

The Independent UK · May 19, 2022

Energy price cap: What does it mean for you?

Rising global gas prices causing dramatic increase to household bills in 2022

The Independent UK · May 19, 2022

Martin Lewis' MoneySavingExpert issues warning over £450 energy bill email

The bogus email flagged by MoneySavingExpert tells recipients they have until June 1, 2022, to claim an energy bill discount worth £200, plus a non-repayable council tax rebate of £250

Daily Mirror · May 18, 2022

Inflation hits 9%: How does it impact your finances?

Around nine in 10 (87 per cent) of adults in Britain have reported their cost of living increased in March alone

The Independent UK · May 18, 2022

6 items becoming unaffordable as inflation hits 9% - including fuel and drinks

Inflation rose to 9% in April - a new 40-year high - as households battled against rising energy bills as the new Ofgem price cap came into effect, adding to the cost of living crisis

Daily Mirror · May 18, 2022

Warning that energy price cap could jump by £600 in October

The cap could rise a whopping 32%, sparking further worry for those already struggling to pay their energy bills

Wales Online · May 18, 2022

Martin Lewis issues urgent energy warning over hidden 'standing charge'

Martin Lewis has slammed proposals by energy regulator Ofgem that could see consumers pay two separate charges — one of which may result in their bills rising four times per year

Edinburgh Live · May 17, 2022

Uswitch say Ofgem's energy bill review is 'quick fix' to harsh increases

Justina Miltienyte has said that updating the prices this regularly will mean customers will experience the pain of rising prices on a more regular basis.

Daily Record · May 17, 2022

Energy bills: How can the UK government help reduce soaring gas and electricity?

Rishi Sunak under fire for not doing more to help households tackle climbing costs

The Independent UK · May 17, 2022