A third rise in a row in energy bills is expected to be announced next week with water companies begging to hike bills even higher
Millions of British households face significant increases in utility bills. Energy bills are set to rise by £85 in April, marking a 16% increase since last summer, due to higher wholesale gas prices. Water bills are expected to increase by 26%. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband attributes the energy hike to reliance on global fossil fuel markets. Water companies, such as Southern Water and Thames Water, are seeking higher bill increases to fund infrastructure improvements and meet environmental commitments.
