Transport and power were the main sectors that drove this increase, government data shows

This year’s priority for the new department will be to ease the cost of living and bring down energy bills

Nearly 81% of energy vouchers sent by PayPoint in November were claimed, according to new data

What does industry think about the new Department for Energy Security and Net Zero?

A new scheme will help replace old systems with energy-efficient alternatives

Financial support for rising energy bills will cost £69 billion, the National Audit Office has estimated

Energy firms have until today to report back to government on their prepayment meters actions

The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy will reportedly split into two or three new departments

Homes off the gas grid are set to receive £200 energy bill support in the coming weeks

Grant Shapps has told the energy regulator to toughen up over prepayment meter scandal