Several of those briefed on the plans said the detail matters more than the headline commitment. Officials stressed that no final decision has been taken and that consultation will run into the autumn. Industry bodies have broadly welcomed the direction while warning about implementation costs.
Critics argue the measures do not go far enough to address the underlying pressures. Similar schemes elsewhere have produced mixed results, with outcomes varying widely by region. Industry bodies have broadly welcomed the direction while warning about implementation costs. Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic.
A spokesperson said the approach balances affordability against the need for long-term investment. Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic. Officials stressed that no final decision has been taken and that consultation will run into the autumn.
Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic. Officials stressed that no final decision has been taken and that consultation will run into the autumn. Critics argue the measures do not go far enough to address the underlying pressures. Several of those briefed on the plans said the detail matters more than the headline commitment.
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