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Campaigners hit out at energy firms for ‘profiting off misery’ as millions struggle with sky-high bills
A gas hob with a bill from British Gas, February 8, 2007

CAMPAIGNERS hit out at energy firms for “profiting off misery” while millions continue to struggle to pay sky-high bills.

British Gas owner Centrica announced ahead of its AGM today  that it is set to deliver “sustainable” profits in its household supply arm two years ahead of target.

The energy giant welcomed a “more normalised external environment” following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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