This winter, millions of vulnerable UK households using prepayment meters may find themselves spending nearly a
With dropping temperatures nationwide, the Resolution Foundation warns that higher gas and electricity prices combined with increased energy usage during colder months will
Approximately 4 million households with prepayment meters are expected to allocate over 30% of their income towards energy costs from December
Given that prepayment meters are more common in low-income households, this financial strain could lead to families struggling to afford heating and lighting in their homes.
Rising energy prices due to global events have added pressure on households, prompting Ofgem to announce a 1.2% increase in the price cap starting January next year.
While the price cap has been adjusted following market fluctuations, it remains significantly higher than
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Source from www.theguardian.com
