Bringing the leadership contest back into it:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62703858
Quote:
Liz Truss has "ruled out" further direct support for everyone to help cover the cost of surging energy bills, sources close to her have told the BBC.
Rishi Sunak, who is vying with her to become the next prime minister, has said the government "must provide some direct support to everyone".
But Ms Truss's team said she was not considering further universal support, like the £400 payment that all households will receive this winter.
Reports suggest a VAT cut is an option.
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I can't see if Truss really thinks this and will stick to it or not? It will be a disaster if there isn't more support even for middle earners. A VAT cut won't help because a lot of essentials are already at a lower rate and it's the sheer price of energy bills that's the problem.