Truss, appointed prime minister on Tuesday, has promised immediate action to address one of the most daunting sets of challenges for an incoming leader in post-war history, including soaring energy bills, a looming recession and industrial strife.
A source familiar with the situation told Reuters that Truss was considering freezing energy bills in a plan that could cost towards 100 billion pounds , surpassing the COVID-19 furlough scheme. During the leadership election campaign, Truss said she favoured tax cuts over providing direct support to households facing unprecedented rises in energy bills.
The average bill is due to jump to 3 549 pounds a year next month, and further major hikes are forecast next year.
With Vladimir Putin putting much foot on their necks, she'll soon feel the pressure & run like her predecessor... The days of being bullied by these Western nations will soon come to an end thanks to Vladimir Putin
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