BBCNEWS BBC News September 20, 2021 19:00:00
This is bbc news, i'm james reynolds. the headlines at eight o'clock: despite a massive rise in the wholesale costs paid by energy firms, no government bail—out for companies in trouble — as ministers say gas and electricity supplies are secure. there is absolutely no question, mr speaker, of the lights going out, or of people being unable to heat their homes. in supermarkets, it's feared the rise in gas prices will cause a shortage of c02 — vital forfood and drinks production. c02 is used everywhere in food manufacturing to keep stuff fresher. without it, there will be shortages and foo...