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Labour and Tories Clash in Fiery Blame Game Over Soaring Energy Bills

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Source: BBC Milliband Blames Conservatives for the Upcoming Price Hike  UK households are expected to receive a spike of  £149 in energy bills after Chancellor Rachel Reeves decided to scrap winter fuel payments, worth up to £300. This subsidy was previously available to pensioners who are not in receipt of benefits or pension credits.  Scottish Government also seems to follow the UK Government’s footsteps as it announces the cancellation of winter fuel payments to pensioners.  Acknowledging the energy prices spike Ed Miliband said,  "The rise in the price cap is a direct result of the failed energy policy we inherited, which has left our country at the mercy of international gas markets controlled by dictators. "The only solution to get bills down and greater energy independence is the government’s mission for clean, homegrown power. "That's why we have hit the ground running, lifting the onshore wind ban, consenting unprecedented amounts of solar power and setting

Five Things Your Business Should Know About New Government’s Energy Pledges

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  With the emergence of the new UK Government led by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, big changes are seen in the horizon, particularly within the energy sector. The government’s commitment to transform Britain into a "clean energy superpower" is set to bring massive shifts that businesses need to be aware of.  Here are 5 important factors that commercial businesses should recognise about these energy pledges and the potential benefits they carry. Lower Energy Bills for Your Business One of the most promising aspects of the new energy pledges is the potential to lower energy bills. By increasing investment in renewable energy sources, the UK Government aims to deliver clean power by 2030, decreasing the country’s dependence on imported power. This shift is expected to result in decreased energy costs, specifically benefiting energy-intensive sectors that have struggled with rising prices. For businesses, this indicates decreased operational costs and a more predictable energ