Budget Energy announces 9.5% price increase
Budget Energy NI says the rise is due to the "continued volatility" in wholesale energy markets.
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"We understand this is unwelcome news, especially at a time when many households are facing pressure on everyday costs."
— Ken O'Byrne , Executive
"All five electricity suppliers have now either increased their tariffs or have announced that they are doing so."
— Raymond Gormley , Activist
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Budget Energy NI says the rise is due to the "continued volatility" in wholesale energy markets.
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