Specification point 3.6.2 · Theme 3

The impact of government intervention

Government intervention · Business behaviour and the labour market

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ContextThe average UK household energy bill (gas and electric combined) rose 80% from £1971 in 2021 to £3 549 in 2022.

Evaluate possible methods of government intervention to control household energy bills in the UK.

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Case study · Hand car wash (HCW) firms in the UK

Evaluate the microeconomic and macroeconomic effects of increased government intervention in an industry. Refer to HCWs or another industry of your choice.

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Case study · The UK Rail Industry

Assess whether complete nationalisation of the rail industry might protect employees.

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Case study · Energy and telecommunication markets in the UK

Discuss methods of government intervention to protect consumers within the utilities markets, such as energy and telecommunications.

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