Brits in financial need may soon receive bill support

British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced plans to provide targeted support for households facing rising energy costs due to the ongoing conflict in Iran. The assistance package, expected to be unveiled next week, will focus on the 1.5 million households reliant on heating oil, which is not covered by the energy price cap. With potential increases in gas and electricity bills forecasted for July, the government is considering various options to help families manage their expenses while maintaining fiscal discipline.

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