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Shell accused of ‘trading on the misery’ of millions trapped in fuel poverty as it announces £19.1bn in earnings
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CAMPAIGNERS slammed Shell for trading on the misery of millions trapped in fuel poverty today, as the oil giant announced billions in profits.

Although its earnings dropped from £22.8 billion in 2023, Shell still brought in £19.1bn last year.

The company attributed the drop to write-offs in oil exploration and lower oil prices. 

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