Londoners Face Steep Increases in Essential Bills from April 1

Millions in London are bracing for significant hikes across a range of essential services, including council tax, water, and broadband.

Council tax, road tax, broadband, mobile, water, and stamps prices all rise, with some increases deemed 'inflation-busting'.
Average annual council tax bill to increase by £106; water bills to rise by 6% or about £27 across England and Wales.
Broadband and mobile phone contracts to see a 7.9% hike, with major providers raising prices in line with CPI or RPI plus an additional percentage.
Government confirms vehicle excise duty will rise in line with RPI from April 1, impacting road tax costs.
Despite the increases, household energy bills are set to drop to their lowest in two years after Ofgem lowers its price cap.