UK Energy Price Cap Seen Surging 13% in Biggest Gain Since 2023
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The UK's energy price cap is set to increase by 13%, the largest rise since 2023, according to official projections. This significant hike is expected to affect millions of households and businesses across the country, with the new cap scheduled to take effect from April 2024.
Energy regulator Ofgem announced that the price cap will rise to £2,571 per year for dual fuel customers—up from the current level of £2,237. The increase is driven by rising wholesale gas prices and ongoing costs associated with the energy transition. Despite efforts to mitigate the impact on consumers, the significant…
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