Why are bills going up? Your questions answered

A range of household bills, including council tax, water, gas and electricity have risen today.
The BBC’s cost of living correspondent, Kevin Peachey, has been answering your most asked questions on the price rises.
Tashi and Chris asked why bills are going up.
This is a very simple question, but I’m afraid the answer isn’t straightforward. There are a host of reasons why bills are rising.
On energy, it’s the consequence of an increase in wholesale prices paid by suppliers, often owing to global events.

Source: BBC