Boris Johnson answers question about rising energy prices as he visits vaccination centre in Uxbridge

The transcript discusses ongoing meetings with the Chancellor to address the challenges people face with rising energy bills. It highlights the financial pressures due to global price spikes post-COVID and outlines various support measures, including local council funds, cold weather payments, and discounts. The total support package amounts to £4.2 billion, and future actions are being considered to further assist those in need.

What is the main reason for the increase in energy bills according to the speaker?

• Local government policies

• Global price spikes due to economic recovery from COVID

• New energy regulations

• Increased energy consumption

What is one of the support measures mentioned to help people with energy bills?

• Tax reductions

• Cold weather payments

• Subsidized solar panels

• Free energy audits

Which group is specifically mentioned as a beneficiary of the support package?

• Business owners

• Healthcare workers

• Pensioners

• Students

How much is the total financial package to support energy costs?

• £4.2 billion

• £3.8 billion

• £2.5 billion

• £5.0 billion

What is the speaker's stance on the current efforts to address energy bill challenges?

• They believe no further action is needed.

• They are satisfied with the current measures.

• They acknowledge the difficulty and are exploring more solutions.

• They think the issue is exaggerated.