Rural residents back heating oil protection plan
Households reliant on heating oil as a fuel source say better regulation of pricing is needed.
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"It is reassuring to know it is a competitive market but the lack of protection for these households does concern me so we will look very seriously at what can be done."
— Rachel Reeves , Politician
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Households reliant on heating oil as a fuel source say better regulation of pricing is needed.
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