'Energy prices will still absolutely soar for us'
The boss of an independent beer brewery has warned that cutting energy support for businesses during the cost of living crisis could result in customers having to pay more than £10 for a pint at pubs and bars.
READ MORE: Manchester Christmas Markets WON'T return to Piccadilly Gardens as area resembles 'mud bath' In April, the price caps will be replaced with discounts of £19.61 per MWh for electricity and £6.97 per MWh for gas when wholesale prices surpass the level of £302 per MWh for electricity and £107 per MWh for gas.
But business groups and hospitality bosses believe the new scheme will leave many smaller firms with no choice but to pass on rising costs to consumers.
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