Fund energy help by taxing firms making most from crisis, says UNISON

Responding to the government’s energy plan announced today (Thursday), UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said:  
“At long last, the government has acted. A bill freeze should have happened months ago. Instead, millions have endured sleepless nights terrified of the winter ahead.
“The companies raking in billions from soaring energy costs should pay their share. Another windfall tax would be fairer than handing huge debts to future generations.
“Putting bills on ice isn’t enough though. Bills will still be almost double the amount they were last year.
“Long-term energy efficiency measures are also needed, especially for older homes. Then the poorest won’t keep going without just to keep the lights on.”
Notes to editors:
– UNISON is the UK’s largest union with more than 1.3 million members providing public services in education, local government, the NHS, police service and energy. They are employed in the public, voluntary and private sectors.
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