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Energy Bills Surge as Winter Approaches | Leicester News
Energy bills are set to jump by four percent starting October 1st, pushing the average household’s annual cost to $1,723 — an extra $5 a month — as winter approaches and heating demands rise. Global factors like Middle East conflict and European heatwaves driving up gas use are fueling the spike. While VAT was removed from electricity and programs like the Warm Home Discount exist, analysts say global price swings have erased those savings. The new cap, the highest since last summer, will last three months and hit families hardest when they need heat most. Industry groups urge for more…
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