Ofgem's 13% energy price cap rise undermines Reeves' cost of living package, analysis finds
By
David Maddox
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Summary
Political editor David Maddox analyzes how Rachel Reeves' cost of living package has been undermined within a week by Ofgem's announcement of a 13% energy price cap rise—more than four times the rate of inflation. The article argues that the chancellor's measures now appear insufficient and meaningless in light of the sharp energy bill increases facing households.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledWhen Rachel Reeves unveiled her cost of living announcements last week, there were some who gave it the rather grand title of 'a mini Budget'.
the criticism of her announcements appears to have been proven true in just a week with the announcement by Ofgem that the energy price cap will be allowed to rise by 13 per cent, more than four times the rate of inflation.
It has made her announcements look meaningless.
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