Energy suppliers plan winter support for UK customers

Energy groups are preparing measures to support UK customers this winter amid the cost of living crisis, with discussions ongoing on providing financial assistance, debt repayment holidays, and energy efficiency measures. The government is pressuring companies to go beyond legal obligations, with potential funding matching unlikely. Energy bills remain high, consumer debt is at record levels, and the government faces criticism over axing winter fuel payments for pensioners. Companies like EDF are offering extra support, but industry executives call for more permanent policy protection measures.

Full Article