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.<\/p>\n
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. Similar schemes elsewhere have produced mixed results, with outcomes varying widely by region. The change would affect an estimated two million households from the start of the next financial year.<\/p>\n
The change would affect an estimated two million households from the start of the next financial year. Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic. The figures represent the sharpest movement recorded since comparable data began.<\/p>\n
The proposals, published on Tuesday, set out a timetable that officials say is deliberately cautious. Industry bodies have broadly welcomed the direction while warning about implementation costs. The figures represent the sharpest movement recorded since comparable data began. Independent analysts note the projections rest on assumptions that may prove optimistic.<\/p>\n
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. Industry bodies have broadly welcomed the direction while warning about implementation costs.<\/p>\n
The proposals, published on Tuesday, set out a timetable that officials say is deliberately cautious. Industry bodies have broadly welcomed the direction while warning about implementation costs. 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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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