Household energy bills forecast to see biggest rise in four years
A typical household faces an annual gas and electricity bill of £1,999 from January, based on a key forecast.
Household energy bills are set to experience the largest increase in four years, with a typical annual bill forecast to rise by £276, according to figures shared with the BBC. The 16% predicted increase will hit millions of households at the coldest time of the year, putting increased pressure on the government to provide support for those struggling to pay.
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