Energy inefficient homes could cost UK households an extra £300 this year

Diana Nunuț

Brits living in draughty homes could be shelling out an extra £299 on their energy bills this year, with the nation facing a whopping collective bill of £3.8 billion. The older generation is bearing the brunt of these costs, as two thirds of those over 65 reside in homes that lack energy efficiency, leading to them forking out an additional £256 annually on energy compared to the under-30s at today's rates. According to research by economics consultancy Cebr for Kingfisher, the company behind B&