"So much for cutting our energy bills!" The Mail says Labour promised to slash prices, but the paper warns that families are now facing three hikes to the energy price cap in succession - with a new one taking effect today. The Daily Telegraph, external says energy bills are set to go up further in the spring, bringing the rise to a £70 a year increase for households. The Daily Telegraph, external reports that private schools will increase their fees today by more than the 10% predicted by the government, as its planned VAT charge takes effect. The Telegraph, external has a similar picture of the display, which went ahead as poor weather saw other celebrations across the UK cancelled.

Source: The Times January 01, 2025 21:39 UTC