The change would affect an estimated two million households from the start of the next financial year. 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.<\/p>\n
Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic. Several of those briefed on the plans said the detail matters more than the headline commitment. 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.<\/p>\n
A spokesperson said the approach balances affordability against the need for long-term investment. Industry bodies have broadly welcomed the direction while warning about implementation costs. Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic.<\/p>\n
A spokesperson said the approach balances affordability against the need for long-term investment. The proposals, published on Tuesday, set out a timetable that officials say is deliberately cautious. Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic. Critics argue the measures do not go far enough to address the underlying pressures.<\/p>\n
Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic. 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.<\/p>\n
Industry bodies have broadly welcomed the direction while warning about implementation costs. The proposals, published on Tuesday, set out a timetable that officials say is deliberately cautious. 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.<\/p>\n
The proposals, published on Tuesday, set out a timetable that officials say is deliberately cautious. Officials stressed that no final decision has been taken and that consultation will run into the autumn. The figures represent the sharpest movement recorded since comparable data began.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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