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How does Iran affect my bill?
The story mentions the Iran conflict sent wholesale costs soaring, which is why the scheme was brought back in May. Global events like this disrupt oil and gas supplies, increasing wholesale prices. These higher costs are then passed on to energy suppliers, and eventually, to your household bills.
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