Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has admitted that the soaring energy price cap will cause 'stress and anxiety for many people' - but added that 'help is coming' from the government.
"This will mean the incoming prime minister can hit the ground running and deliver support to those who need it most, as soon as possible."
She added that it is a"dereliction of duty" for no government minister to have been made available to speak on the broadcast round this morning.
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