We wouldn’t need price caps if the Tories hadn’t cut energy-saving schemes

Restricting charges, no matter how desirable, is a temporary measure. The lost opportunities for insulation and renewal would have been permanentHow much should people pay for the essential service of heating and powering their homes? Last week, politicians tried to outbid one another with how much they would save you. Up to £100 off for two thirds of people, said the Tories. We’ll raise you, with a £1,000 ceiling for everyone, said Labour.Vested interests across the energy wor