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Household Bills Surge: £143 More per Year

Household Bills Surge: £143 More per Year

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · The Daily News Now!

March 31, 20261m 31s

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New online calculator reveals steep household bill increases starting April 2026, with council tax, water, broadband, and mobile hikes wiping out energy savings. Typical families face a £143 annual increase, with a postcode lottery in council tax and water bills. Councils across England push a 4.9% average levy increase, outpacing inflation. Opposition figures criticize Labour for broken tax freeze promises, while councils blame tight budgets and service needs. Experts warn energy relief may reverse by July. Use tools like the Nous calculator to stay ahead of these cost increases.

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