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Rachel Reeves faces backlash as Ofgem energy cap hike offsets cost measures

Rachel Reeves faces backlash as Ofgem energy cap hike offsets cost measures

New data reveals an impending 13% energy price cap increase, with experts warning that this hike may leave many UK families facing a net loss in income.

Cost of Living ·14 Jul 2026, 06:02 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
UK inflation remains unchanged at 2.8 percent in May

UK inflation remains unchanged at 2.8 percent in May

The Consumer Prices Index remained unchanged in May, as cooling grocery costs were balanced by sharp hikes in transport prices. Experts are now monitoring the Bank of England's next interest rate decision amid energy price uncertainty.

Cost of Living ·3 Jul 2026, 04:08 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read