Energy prices to rise 80% in October amidst rampant inflation

Average household bills will be more than £3,500

Energy prices will nearly double in October. They’ll rise by 80%, pushing hundreds of thousands of people into fuel poverty.

We’re headed for a winter of discontent– the toughest of times since the 1970s– rampant inflation, soaring energy costs and strikes as people seek pay rises to meet the cost of living.

Long-term plans to help everyone aren’t going to make any progress until the new Conservative leader becomes Prime Minister in a couple of weeks time.

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