The new year starts with a 1% increase in domestic gas and electricity prices under Ofgem's price cap.

One leading lobby group said it would result in a "costly start" to 2025 for many bus passengers.

The business and trade select committee says the schemes are so poorly designed, the application process is like a second trial.

Typical gas and electricity prices are rising again on 1 January 2025.

The EU says most states will not be affected but other European countries, including Moldova, are facing shortages.