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More big energy users to get help as support plan expanded
The UK government is expanding its British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) to support an additional 3,000 energy-intensive manufacturers, bringing total eligible firms to 10,000. Starting in April 2027, qualifying businesses will receive electricity charge exemptions and a one-off payment to offset high energy costs, with the £600m scheme funded through government expenditure and energy system changes.
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