Protesters gather outside Ofgem HQ calling for ‘payment strike’ on energy bills

The transcript discusses the urgent need to address the rising energy prices, which are causing significant distress among the public. It highlights the potential consequences, such as people having to choose between basic needs and the risk of deaths among vulnerable groups. The speaker criticizes the capitalist system and suggests short-term solutions like taxing fuel company profits. The transcript ends with a call to action, urging people to demand change.

What impact do the energy price hikes have on vulnerable populations according to the speaker?

What is the speaker's stance on who should absorb the cost of price rises?