Increasing energy costs are a problem that affects millions of British. The National Energy Action charity organization, dealing with the problem of energy poverty, has published disturbing data. As reported by “The Guardian”, according to the study as much as 58 percent. households participating in its study stated that it would probably reduce energy consumption. This is an increase of nine percentage points compared to the level recorded in January.
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The results of the survey conducted among 2443 adults have shown that the percentage of households preparing for heating rationing was even higher among people suffering from chronic diseases. Increased to 64 percent For people with asthma and 71 percent for people with heart disease. According to “The Guardian”, the average household will now pay 1755 pounds (about PLN 8,500) per year for energy.
Although the wholesale prices of energy fell by 2 percent. In recent months, the price limit has increased. The reason is the costs related to the implementation of the government's energy policy, including the support of new energy networks and nuclear projects.
Most of the British intend to save on winter heating
According to “The Guardian”, last week the British energy regulator published data indicating that the Energy debt of Great Britain reached a new record level of 4.4 billion pounds. The number of overdue bills without a repayment plan of unpaid invoices is record high.
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Adam Scorer, general director of the National Energy Action, warns against the serious consequences of growing bills. “Energy bills that the British cannot pay off, pose a threat to health – and life – this winter. Energy bills are growing, the level of debt increases, concerns about the coming winter are growing,” said Scorer, whose words are cited by “The Guardian”.
Martin McCluskey, Minister of Energy Consumer, announced urgent actions to support families in a difficult situation. The government has expanded the program of discounts to a warm house, offering 150 pounds discounts on energy bills of over 6 million families.
