Similar schemes elsewhere have produced mixed results, with outcomes varying widely by region. 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.
The figures represent the sharpest movement recorded since comparable data began. 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. The change would affect an estimated two million households from the start of the next financial year.
Similar schemes elsewhere have produced mixed results, with outcomes varying widely by region. The figures represent the sharpest movement recorded since comparable data began. The change would affect an estimated two million households from the start of the next financial year.
Industry bodies have broadly welcomed the direction while warning about implementation costs. The figures represent the sharpest movement recorded since comparable data began. Similar schemes elsewhere have produced mixed results, with outcomes varying widely by region. Several of those briefed on the plans said the detail matters more than the headline commitment.
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