British Gas prices up 9.2%
Energy giant British Gas said electricity and gas prices will rise by 10.4% and 8.4% respectively from November 23.
Strong economy 'will help people afford energy bills'
Chancellor George Osborne has said that the sluggish economy must be fixed so that people can afford to pay higher energy bills.
Speaking to ITV News' Political Editor Tom Bradby, he dismissed Labour's pledge to freeze energy prices as a "con trick" and a "gimmick".
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Customers vent anger as British Gas hikes energy prices
Customers have used a pre-scheduled Q&A session on Twitter to vent their rage at British Gas' plans to hike average energy prices by 9.2%
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Twitter users turn the heat on British Gas director
British Gas may have regretted hosting an question and answer forum just hours after announcing an above-inflation price hike.
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How to save on bills through energy policies and tips
British Gas announced a price hike today, just a week after energy company SSE did the same. Here are a few tips to help you save money.