Summary
Recently, various household bills in the UK have increased, such as council tax, water, internet, and vehicle excise duty. While energy bills temporarily decreased, they are expected to rise again soon. Minimum wage has gone up, and some benefits for lower-income individuals are set to increase.
Key Facts
- Household energy bills in the UK have dropped by 7% but are expected to rise again in July.
- Council tax in England has increased by an average of 4.9%.
- Water bills in England and Wales have gone up by £33 on average.
- Internet and TV providers have increased prices, adding nearly £50 yearly to bills.
- Vehicle Excise Duty for cars registered after April 2017 has risen to £200.
- The cost of a TV licence has increased from £174.50 to £180 a year.
- Air Passenger Duty, a tax on flights from the UK, is also set to rise.
