The Prime Minister has reassured households that energy costs are expected to decrease in the coming days, stating, “Your energy bills will come down,” despite increasing global pressures.
Shifting focus from the escalating crisis in the Middle East to domestic issues, the Prime Minister emphasised that the Government is committed to easing the burden on families facing rising living costs.
“It’s a real concern for the Government to ensure we do everything possible to support families across the country,” he remarked.
Under planned changes set to take effect in April, average household energy bills are anticipated to decrease by around £100, providing some relief after a prolonged period of high costs.
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Keir Starmer said: They will stay down until the end of June. Whatever happens in the conflict in Iran, really important we get that message across. People are very worried about this.
“Bills coming down this Wednesday, staying down until the end of June. And so there’s that reassurance for people. Fuel duty as well frozen until September.
Starmer added: “[It’s] really important when we’re looking at international conflict, that we stay focussed on the cost of living.
“Most people are concerned most of all about the cost of living. And it’s not just energy bills. We’re taking so many other measures.”
The Prime Minister spoke of childcare and that the government is axing the two-child benefit cap.
He added: “We’re freezing rail fares, freezing prescription charges, because this is a government that bears down on the cost of living, because we know it’s the single most important thing to so many people across the country.”
This announcement comes at a critical time, as global energy markets are unsettled by tensions in the Gulf and disruptions to oil flows. While lower domestic bills may offer short-term relief, analysts warn that ongoing instability abroad could lead to higher costs later in the year.
Ministers are eager to highlight that government support measures and adjustments to the energy price cap are helping stabilise bills for consumers, even as broader economic pressures—including rising fuel prices and inflation—continue to affect household finances.
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