Energy bills: UK government urged to launch ‘social tariff’ to help vulnerable households
As Iran war drives up cost concerns, thinktank says £3.7bn discount system should be developed before next winterThe UK government is facing calls to spend almost £4bn to launch a “social tariff” providing cheaper energy for poor households amid growing concerns over the Iran conflict.As...
<p>As Iran war drives up cost concerns, thinktank says £3.7bn discount system should be developed before next winter</p><p>The UK government is facing calls to spend almost £4bn to launch a “social tariff” providing cheaper energy for poor households amid growing concerns over the Iran conflict.</p><p>As households brace for an increase in living costs, the Resolution Foundation said ministers should develop a system of discounted domestic energy bills in time for next winter to protect the most vulnerable households.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/mar/18/energy-bills-uk-government-urged-to-launch-social-tariff-to-help-vulnerable-households">Continue reading...</a>
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