UK Firms Warn: "Green Energy" Surcharges Could Shut Us Down

British businesses say new government energy charges threaten their survival. They describe national plans for future power supplies as "jam tomorrow"—a promise of future benefits that ignores present costs. From April, all electricity bills will include extra charges. These will fund two major projects: new nationwide electricity pylons and the Sizewell C nuclear power station. Industry leaders argue these added costs come at a critical time. Many companies are already struggling with high energy prices. They warn the new fees could force some to close or move operations out of the UK. The government states the investments are essential for long-term energy security and lower carbon emissions. However, business groups are calling for the state to fund the projects directly, rather than passing the cost to consumers now. They say the current plan risks damaging the economy today for promised gains tomorrow.