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Global energy price impact
Energy prices are influenced by global factors like supply and demand, geopolitical events, and the cost of raw materials. While the UK's VAT cut helps domestic consumers, it doesn't change the underlying global price of electricity. International markets continue to affect energy costs worldwide.
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