Commenting on the rise in British Gas tariffs confirmed today, Friends of the Earth’s Senior Energy Campaigner Paul Steedman said:

“Soaring gas prices are the main reason why fuel bills have rocketed in recent years.

“Unless our failing energy system is urgently overhauled, cash-strapped households will continue to pay a hefty price for our fossil fuel dependency.

“Ministers must abandon their plans for a reckless dash for gas, take rapid steps to make our homes and businesses more energy efficient, and harness the huge power potential from the wind, waves and sun.”

ENDS