Overview
- A Survation poll reported Thursday found 76% hold President Trump responsible for expected UK energy bill rises, with 63% calling the increase a “Trump tax.”
- One in three adults say they are now more likely to install home energy technology, led by rooftop solar at 45%, added insulation at 36%, plug‑in solar kits at 35%, and heat pumps at 26%.
- Six in ten say upgrades cost too much, while 71% want more funding for insulation and 68% want more support for solar panels and heat pumps.
- With price rises expected from July, 83% say they are worried and 44% say they cannot afford the increase.
- Ministers highlight a £15 billion Warm Homes Plan offering low or zero‑interest loans, free upgrades for low‑income households, and plug‑in solar in shops within months, following anger over perceived profiteering and debate on the windfall tax.