Protests Against Energy Bill Hike

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Kent and Sussex: Protests as energy bill rise comes into effect

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Gas and electricity bills are going up by 10% after the energy price cap was lifted.

The Unite union organised demonstrations against the rise, which came into force on Tuesday .

The regulator Ofgem said the increase was due to "a volatile global gas market" The government said it is taking steps to protect vulnerable families.

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