surged and we've also had low levels of gas storage in europe. also, there's been a lack of wind which has meant renewable generation has fallen as a result and we had to rely more upon gas. looking ahead to six months�* time, the likelihood of bills getting even higher, that�*s a lot to do with the war in ukraine and the effects on russian supply. clearly, there�*s the potentialfor that to be limited or even withdrawn and that�*s going to keep international prices high. the wholesale price high and eventually our bills as well.— our bills as well. thank you very much. higher energy prices aren�*t the only reasons households and businesses are feeling a squeeze on their finances, as the cost of living increases. council tax bills are also on the rise across england, scotland and wales, with the majority of households seeing a total increase of about 3% — an average of £67 a year. to offset energy price rises, the government is offering a £150