Gas prices: Regulator warns of 30% increase – Article taken from the BBC – Click Here

The Utility Regulator is warning that households and businesses will face gas price hikes of at least 30% in the coming weeks.

Concerns over escalating tensions involving Russia mean further increases are also likely this year.

Wholesale energy costs have risen significantly since last July and they account for about 50% of bills.

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