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On the recordAugust 27, 2026
The UK Government came to office promising to cut people’s bills by £300, yet bills are already more than £250 higher – and they are going to increase further as we head into winter.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

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Demanding action from the UK Government regarding energy bills.

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