SSE Airtricity to increase gas prices by 19% from October
The annual gas bill of a typical household in the greater Belfast and west gas network areas will increase by almost £172.
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"The increase would be difficult news for many households and small businesses, particularly at a time when wider cost pressures remain a concern."
— Colin Broomfield , Executive
"19.2% is a significant amount."
— Raymond Gormley , Activist
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The annual gas bill of a typical household in the greater Belfast and west gas network areas will increase by almost £172.
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