Scottish Labour government will act to make life more affordable, says Sarwar

Mr Sarwar said families are “dealing with high bills and serious anxiety as a result of the turmoil in the international energy markets”.

Scottish Labour has pledged to use the powers of the Scottish Parliament to:
– Protect support for those relying on heating oil.

Mr Sarwar said: “Families across Scotland are dealing with high bills and serious anxiety as a result of the turmoil in the international energy markets.

“ People in rural communities who rely on heating oil have seen painful increases in their energy costs.

“Every level of government must work together to tackle this crisis and it is right that the UK has acted to support people – providing direct support for those using heating oil, investigating rip-off charges, maintaining the energy price gap and pledging to further support for those who need it most.

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“We will ease the pressure on people in rural communities and older people.

“In May, Scotland can vote for change by electing a Scottish Labour government that will get the basics right and deliver a better future for Scotland.”