
Welcome to the MrBeastification of British politics: the latest trick up Nigel Farage’s sleeve
The Reform UK leader’s energy bill giveaway certainly grabs our attention – but it’s all a distraction from the real winners and losers, says Guardian deputy Opinion editor Kirsty Major
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Energy crisis: why ‘keep calm but cut down’ may be a better message for Labour
Government keen to avoid panic as oil price surges, but perhaps households need advice on reducing consumption
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Chancellor meets UK supermarket bosses to discuss cost of living
Rachel Reeves will address concerns about price rises and shortages with retailers as energy costs surge
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Energy bills in Great Britain forecast to hit almost £2,000 a year this summer
Consumers brace for ‘awful April’ and Iran war cost hikes, which have pushed UK’s gas market past three-year highs
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Pessimism takes root in UK as shoppers struggle to afford essentials
Millions are dipping into savings or borrowing to get by as the Iran war drives up prices, survey shows
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