Energy Bills Rise But Could Soon Fall, Squeezing Households
• Energy prices rise 5% in England, Wales and Scotland, adding £94 to a typical annual household bill
• Forecasts suggest energy prices could fall sharply in April due to drop in wholesale costs
• Charities warn high essential bills putting severe pressure on budgets as debt mounts
• 4 million households with prepayment meters face particular strain as prices rise in winter
• Government providing support like Warm Home Discount, cost-of-living payments, and Household Support Fund