restart nord stream 1 because of an oil leak in a turbine and that it will remain closed for an indefinite period. however, the eu has accused russia of using gas as an economic weapon. britain s new prime minister will be announced on monday and easing the cost of living crisis will be top of the agenda at downing street. the crisis threatens business and is projected to affect 60% of manufacturers in the uk. there are fears many may have to cut down on production or close altogether. verity davidge is the director of policy at make uk which supports manufacturing businesses. i think we are very much moving towards that point and that is what our latest research shows. 40% of manufacturers told us they have seen their energy bills increase by over 100% in the past 12 months. and 50% expect them to increase again by 100% in the next 12 months. in fact, some of the companies i have been speaking to have said we are getting
Almost every region of the UK has increased its dependence on exports to the EU since the end of the Brexit transition period, according to a new report.
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