Civil unrest due to rising energy bills ‘isn’t far away’, says Martin Lewis

Money saving expert says UK government must do more to ensure people can heat homes and have enough food

Britain's self-titled money saving expert Martin Lewis has warned that civil unrest over rising energy bills isn't far away", as he repeated his call for more government intervention to protect people.

Lewis said he was the most scared he has been for people's finances since he founded his popular website in 2003. It has traditionally offered advice on which bank accounts or phone providers may be cost-effective, and has been a regular port of call for people looking to switch energy provider and save money.