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Labour's Green Levies to Surge UK Energy Bills by 2026

11/19/2025

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Analysts at Cornwall Insight project Labour's net zero levies will become the main driver of UK household energy bills by April 2026, surpassing gas prices.
They say levies, green taxes, and grid upgrades will account for about 60% of energy costs and push bills above £1,800.
Current bills average £1,755, with higher energy network maintenance charges expected to lift the bills further.

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Analysts at Cornwall Insight project Labour's net zero levies will become the main driver of UK household energy bills by April 2026, surpassing gas prices.
They say levies, green taxes, and grid upgrades will account for about 60% of energy costs and push bills above £1,800.
Current bills average £1,755, with higher energy network maintenance charges expected to lift the bills further.