we know that people are legitimately concerned about the safety of using smart motorways. we are convinced that smart motorways are safe, but we know there�*s more we can do to convince people that they are safe, which is why we�*ve implemented these measures. the government is also providing nearly £400 million for extra emergency bays. it says what�*s being done should give drivers confidence. but some campaigners don�*t accept smart motorways without a hard shoulder can ever be safe. katy austin, bbc news. the boss of the uk�*s biggest energy supplier says soaring energy prices which threaten the living standards of millions could last up to two years. chris 0�*shea, chief executive of british gas owner centrica, said there was "no reason" to expect gas prices would come down "any time soon". he�*s been speaking to our business editor simonjack. when i talk to our customers and i