The government has ruled out additional energy bill support before the October price cap rise, though officials suggest more focused assistance may be considered if energy costs spike again in January. Under the new cap, households will face a 4% increase in gas and electricity prices from October, following the recent removal of VAT from domestic electricity—expected to save the average household around £45 annually. With energy costs remaining a key concern, the latest announcement leaves many wondering whether further relief will be needed to ease financial pressure on families.
Andy Burnham stops short of pledging further help as gas and electricity prices due to increase by 4% in OctoberHouseholds are unlikely to receive further energy bills support before the October price cap, though more targeted measures could be looked at if there is a further shock in January, government sources said.Gas and electricity prices will rise by 4% from October under the new cap. The government has already removed VAT from domestic electricity bills to save average households £45 a year, a move announced in Andy Burnham’s first week in office. Continue reading...
