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UK Introduces Energy Measures to Stabilize Family Bills

4/21/2026

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced measures to shield families from rising energy costs tied to volatile gas prices.
The policy includes long-term fixed-price contracts for renewable energy.
The policy raises the Electricity Generator Levy from 45% to 55% to tax excess profits.
The measures aim to reduce the share of electricity exposed to gas price fluctuations to deliver more stable bills.

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced measures to shield families from rising energy costs tied to volatile gas prices.
The policy includes long-term fixed-price contracts for renewable energy.
The policy raises the Electricity Generator Levy from 45% to 55% to tax excess profits.
The measures aim to reduce the share of electricity exposed to gas price fluctuations to deliver more stable bills.