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An announcement on fracking is coming next week, says Kwasi Kwarteng, the Business and Energy Secretary. That will be an important decision. But it is only part of the picture. Nothing is more vital to a modern economy than copious supplies of energy. But the truth is that neither we nor the EU have an energy policy that can actually deliver it. Fundamentally misconceived, exposed by the Covid switch-off/switch-on of the world economy and then the war in Ukraine , our approach needs a rethink. Without that, all ministers can do is put in place increasingly complex and expensive palliatives until, in due course, they are overwhelmed by events. What is going wrong? To understand properly we have to look at the fundamentals. Let’s take the 2050 net zero target as a given for the moment. There are only two ways of getting there. The first is to put in place by 2050 systems of energy supply that are both carbon-free and capable of generating the energy we need at a cost which … [Read more...] about Energy rationing is inevitable without a fundamental rethink of net zero

Energy bills: George Eustice grilled on 'off-peak discounts' Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Millions of Britons have been forced to make cut backs on their spending and are anxious about a further rise to the energy price cap coming in October. But even though the crisis appears to have only just started, some have already found themselves struggling to pay higher bills in the worst cost of living crisis in a generation. Related articles Millions of Britons want to install heat pumps — bit there's a hitch Charles 'conscious' of cost of living crisis as royal spending soars If you’re worrying or grappling to get the cash … [Read more...] about What to do if you can’t pay your energy bill – expert advice

Ofgem Chief Executive warns of increase in October Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Government body responsible for regulating energy markets and companies has been slammed as groups claim that Ofgem’s decision to allow its staff to work remotely has played a role to “public sector sluggishness”. Data obtained from a Freedom of Information Act request shows that in May, 85 percent of the staff were working remotely. Related articles Elon Musk is 'missing' – fears soar for SpaceX CEO Energy crisis: UK builds worlds longest cable to power 7 million homes In a “monthly snapshot” provided by Ofgem, 1,147 of 1,350 employees did … [Read more...] about Energy crisis fury as Britons demand Ofgem staff ‘marched back into work’ to ease bills

Xlinks: Dave Lewis outlines plan for undersea power cable Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info As part of the latest move to tackle the energy crisis, the UK has granted planning permission for XLCC’s HVDC subsea cable manufacturing operations, which will be based in Hunterston, Scotland. Once the construction is completed, the factory will begin building four 3,800km long cables as part of the Xlinks project, will connect the UK to a huge solar farm in Morocco. Related articles Heat pump warning: Brit quoted 'up to £13k' to replace boiler Elon Musk is 'missing' – fears soar for SpaceX CEO In a major “first of its kind” … [Read more...] about Energy crisis: Longest cable in WORLD will be based in Britain and power 7million homes

Dan Wootton criticises plans for Net Zero on GB News Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng is currently mulling over plans to end the ban on fracking, as a British Geological Survey paper examining the safety of drilling is set to be delivered to him soon. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the UK has explored numerous ways to boost its energy security, as experts fear that Russia’s move to slash gas flowing into Europe could have ramifications on the UK as well. To safeguard itself from major shocks, Britain has rapidly scaled up green energy projects like wind, solar and nuclear, while also giving the green light on North Sea … [Read more...] about Energy crisis: Frost calls to ‘drop mad dash’ to net zero to avoid ‘rationing’ this winter

STUFF Tracy Watkins talks to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern regards winter energy payments and squeeze middle. Officials told Labour when they came to office a promised winter energy benefit would have to kick in two months later than planned, at a cost of $184 to pensioners and beneficiaries. Speaking to Stuff in her weekly interview, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern explained why their Winter Energy Payment, which will usually run from May-October, will start later this year. The Government made clear the payment would not be beginning on schedule when it released their "mini-budget" late last year, but this went mostly unnoticed at the time. The payment will begin this year on July 1, a full two months later than every other year going forwards, when it will begin on May 1. READ MORE: Winter Energy Payment now looks a lot less enticing If it had begun in May couples would be receiving $700 a year while singles would receive $450 - because of the late … [Read more...] about Why the promised Winter Energy Payment is coming two months later this year

Thousands of believers came to Marian Hill near Levoča (Prešov Region), where one the biggest and oldest pilgrimages in Slovakia culminated on July 6 and 7. The organisers estimate that as many as 400,000 people came over the weekend. Skryť Remove ad Article continues after video advertisement Skryť Remove ad Article continues after video advertisement “This place is so close to not only you, pilgrims from all over Slovakia, but also those coming from neighbouring countries, like Hungary and Poland,” said Polish Cardinal Stanislaw Rylko, who officiated the Holy Mass on July 7, as quoted by the TASR newswire. This place has been writing the history of the salvation of God’s people in this country for centuries, he added, reminding of several important milestones in its history and the fact that the pilgrimages also took place during the totalitarian regimes. You have just exceeded the number of devices allowed. Your … [Read more...] about Traditional pilgrimage in Levoča welcomed 400,000 believers

Charles has to be 'careful' not to get too political says Cole Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Royal accounts published on Thursday showed the monarchy's taxpayer-funded spending came to £102.4million during 2021/22 - an increase of £14.9million, or 17 percent, on the previous financial year. Official royal travel amounted to £4.5million, housekeeping and hospitality to £1.3million, utilities £3.2million and payroll costs £23.7million. Related articles Royal Family LIVE: Sussex’s Netflix series ‘smells of desperation’ Harry and Meghan look to turn Archie and Lilibet into ‘TV superstars’ Property maintenance soared by £14.4million to £63.9million, as the 10-year … [Read more...] about Prince Charles ‘extremely conscious’ of cost of living crisis as royal spending soars

A JOB is offering employees more than £4,000 a MONTH for working just six hours a day - but no one wants to take it up. An Australian MP has pleaded for fruit pickers to step forward to sort this season's bumper crops amid a critical shortage of workers in the country. MP Anne Webster branded the shortage of staff willing to take up the £4,000-a-month job a "tragedy in the making". Ripe fruit is being left to rot away on the ground due to the lack of workers - and it could cost the country millions. Dr Webster has called for a solution to the "unfolding disaster". She said: "Citrus growers here in Sunraysia are faced with wonderful crops and a healthy export market (despite global shipping constraints), but there is one critical ingredient missing: workers. Read more Australia news NEW CLAIMS Twist in case of ‘Australia’s Madeleine McCann’ as chilling new details emerge BLOOMIN' BIG World's biggest plant discovered … [Read more...] about Job offers workers over £4,000 a MONTH for working just six hours a day – but no one wants to do it

More than three years after the first complaint was filed, the Duchess of Sussex bullying row has ended just as it began: in silence. Then, it was an email sent between two close colleagues, raising quiet concerns over the treatment of palace staff. Now, it is a secret report blocked not only from the public but even to those who took the time to contribute. Buckingham Palace has confirmed that an official investigation into the handling of bullying allegations made against the Duchess will be kept under wraps. Royal editor Hannah Furness says Meghan is unscathed but unvindicated over the alleged bullying she has vehemently denied. And associate editor Camilla Tominey writes in her analysis that it suggests, for the Firm, family still comes first despite the claims of staff . to avoid being stuck in traffic . No 10 fears Prime Minister faces 'kangaroo court' If you thought partygate was over, prepare for the next stage. The inquiry into whether Boris Johnson … [Read more...] about Thursday morning news briefing: Secrecy of Meghan bullying inquiry