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Energy Bills Surge Amid Rising Costs | Leeds News
Energy bills are skyrocketing as Ofgem hikes the price cap by 13%, adding £221 annually—or £18 monthly—to the average household’s bill. With new caps hitting £1,862 per year, soaring wholesale gas prices—driven by Middle East tensions—are forcing tough choices for families already stretched thin. Advocates warn this could trigger aggressive debt collection tactics, including forced prepayment meters, leaving some without heat or power. While officials blame rising global costs, experts stress the deeper crisis: millions still burdened by past energy debt. Without urgent support to clear that…
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