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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Energy Bills Set to Rise by More Than Expected Ahead of Winter
Caption: Energy Bills Set to Rise by More Than Expected Ahead of Winter. Gas and electricity prices will increase by 2% for millions of households, according to the latest cap from energy regulator Ofgem. The rise, slightly higher than analysts anticipated, means typical households will now pay £1,755 a year for energy—an additional £35 annually. The price hike, effective from October, comes ahead of winter, with campaigners warning that it will add to the financial burden on families already facing high energy costs. Ofgem’s cap determines the maximum price per unit of gas and electricity for households in England, Scotland, and Wales. Households can estimate their individual price increases by adding £2 to every £100 they currently spend annually on energy. The rise in energy bills comes as food prices are also surging, with essentials like chocolate, butter, and eggs seeing some of the steepest increases in over a year. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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