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UK Energy Bills to Drop in April, But Fuel Poverty Concerns Persist

The average annual household energy bill in the UK will decrease by 12% to £1,690 from April, yet 6 million households remain in fuel poverty.

  • The new price cap announced by Ofgem will lower the average annual dual fuel energy bill by 12%, saving households approximately £20 a month.
  • Despite the reduction, energy bills are still significantly higher than before the energy crisis, with many households struggling to escape fuel poverty.
  • Ofgem introduces measures to make the energy system more resilient and fairer, including a temporary payment to help prevent unsustainable situations leading to higher bills.
  • Consumer confidence in the UK dips as economic concerns grow, with the German economy also experiencing a downturn.
  • Experts predict the fall in energy bills will help reduce inflation, potentially leading to a summer interest rate cut.
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