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"It may be warm now, but with winter approaching families living in poorly insulated homes will be facing damp, cold conditions and much higher bills again as prices remain high, four years into the gas crisis triggered by Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.

“Until we shift away from gas for heating and power, we're tied to volatile international markets influenced by these foreign events.

"The government's 'Warm Homes Plan' - which aims to properly insulate homes and roll out more electric heat pumps - could help, powered by British renewables, while gas boilers become more dependent on foreign fuel. As North Sea output continues its inevitable decline, warm, electrified homes will give families a shield against future energy shocks. Likewise, the next renewables auction round offers a vital chance to boost our energy independence by building more UK wind and solar, rather than relying on foreign gas.

"With 12 million struggling with fuel poverty, all eyes are now on the details of Warm Homes Plan for a lasting solution."