The UK is particularly exposed to the energy crisis sweeping across the world. After predictions that annual household bills were due to rise from around #1,000 to #3,500 in October 2022, the government announced it would provide support for households and businesses. Anna Valero explains why there is now a need to double down on our efforts to build resilience through investment and meet net zero targets.

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20 October 2022

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LSE British Politics and Policy

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https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/politicsandpolicy/why-have-energy-bills-in-the-uk-been-rising-net-zero/

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