After Russia cuts the supply of European natural gas, the annual energy expenditure of the British family will double up to 4,000 pounds

[Global Times Comprehensive Report] With the further reduction of Russia's natural gas supply to Europe, by this winter, the annual energy expenditure of British families will nearly double to nearly 4,000 pounds, and it will remain above 3,000 pounds by 2024.Experts said that unless the government has increased assistance, millions of British families will fall into economic difficulties.

According to the British "Times" reported on the 28th, Britain's natural gas and power wholesale prices in the Winter this winter rose to the highest level of history on the 27th.The annual energy cost of an ordinary British family is now as high as 1971, setting a historically high record. In October, this cost is expected to soar to £ 3,420 and jump to £ 3850 in January.The British State Grid stated that in the coldest months, the supply of natural gas in Europe may have a shortage, bringing "risks" to British power supply.In order to ensure the "safe operation of the power system" and reduce the risk of power outages, the United Kingdom has formulated a number of measures, including rewards families that reduce power consumption during peak hours.(Li Han)

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