Plan for electricity bills based on region dropped

The UK government has decided to scrap plans for zonal pricing of electricity bills based on regions, opting to stick with the current national pricing system. While proponents argued zonal pricing could lower bills in energy-rich regions like Scotland, opponents warned it could deter investment. This decision follows a three-year consultation and mixed reactions from industry players and experts, with some advocating for cost reduction through zonal pricing and others emphasizing the importance of a stable, investable environment under national pricing.