Some of Nottinghamshire's MPs say they are confident that more Government support on energy bills will be provided next year as people struggle with rising costs and cold temperatures. Energy bills have been rising along with other household costs for much of the year, with factors including Russia's invasion of Ukraine and soaring inflation among the factors putting pressure on families.
Read more: Many driving tests to be cancelled as Nottinghamshire examiners strike over 'insulting' pay offer Mr Hunt has pledged in some media interviews that the Energy Bills Support Scheme will continue beyond March, and says that details on this will be set put out 'very soon'. The Chancellor had initially been due to unveil a new package of support for businesses by the end of 2022, but this was controversially delayed to the new year after Mr Hunt said he wanted more time to finalise details.
But Nottingham North's Labour and Co-op MP, Alex Norris, said that people were struggling and that long-term help was needed as well as short-term financial measures. He said: "People are struggling and they have been for many, many years while keeping their heads above water but in the face of inflation, they are not able to in the same way.
Another day, another photo of Bloomin' Ben Bradley.. I can send some alternative photos if you want? Shame NottsCC, which he leads, hasn't been more proactive on cost of living crisis. NottsLabour
Is he paying for all this advertising?