Energy bills for the average household could spike as high as £6,000 next year, experts warn
With around 45 million people predicted to fall into fuel poverty this winter, consultancy Auxilione predicted that the price cap on bills will gradually rise by more than £4,000 in the next eight months.
The forecasts, based on Friday's gas price, are another major blow for families around Britain and will put extra pressure on the Government to act.
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