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Energy bills in Great Britain are set to soar, with the average gas and electricity bill projected to reach £1,929 annually starting in July, according to Ofgems latest price cap update. This increase is primarily due to escalating gas prices caused by the Iran conflict. While the April to June cap will decrease by £117 to £1,641, a significant jump of £288 is expected in the summer. Households will also face rising council tax, water bills, and phone/broadband costs. Fuel costs are particularly harsh, with diesel at £1.83 per litre pushing a full family car tank over £100. Energy debt has reached a record £4.55 billion for two million households, and experts warn that without reducing gas dependence, these spikes will persist as oil prices continue to rise. Government ministers are collaborating with business leaders to address the crisis, which will disproportionately affect families already grappling with past hardships.

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