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National & Local

Energy supplier sends refunds and Β£50 payments to customers

Ofgem's investigation into Farringdon Energy has resulted in customer refunds and Β£50 compensation due to serious mismanagement leading to overcharging.

Mar 20 β€’ 13:13 UTC
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National & Local

Energy bills to surge to nearly Β£2,000 a year due to Iran war

Energy bills in the UK are projected to rise to almost Β£2,000 a year due to escalating conflicts in Iran, leading to increased wholesale gas prices.

Mar 20 β€’ 09:58 UTC
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National & Local

Households with games consoles face Β£15.48 charges from April 1

From April 1, UK households with gaming consoles will see an increase in their energy bills by approximately Β£15.48 annually due to recent tariff changes.

Mar 20 β€’ 09:49 UTC
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National & Local

Ofgem-recommended 87p item lowers energy bills with '80pc less electricity'

Ofgem has shared energy-saving tips, including a recommended item that can significantly reduce electricity costs for households.

Mar 19 β€’ 09:10 UTC
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National & Local

Energy firms warned against ripping off businesses as Middle East crisis pushes up prices

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband and Ofgem have cautioned energy firms to maintain fair pricing amid rising global energy costs due to the Middle East crisis.

Mar 19 β€’ 01:59 UTC
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National & Local

Disobeying energy meter law at home risks fine, five years in prison and 'death'

Ofgem warns UK households about the dangers and legal consequences of tampering with energy meters, emphasizing the risks of injury and loss of life associated with energy theft.

Mar 16 β€’ 11:24 UTC
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National & Local

Ofgem issues 'concerning' Iran War alert over impact on energy bill costs

The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, has alerted consumers about potential increases in energy prices due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly related to the situation in Iran.

Mar 13 β€’ 13:06 UTC
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National & Local

Tesla becomes an electricity provider in Britain

The UK's energy regulator Ofgem has granted Tesla a license to supply electricity to households and businesses throughout Great Britain.

Mar 13 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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National & Local

UK households with slow cookers face Β£23.09 charges from April

UK households utilizing slow cookers will incur an annual operating cost of Β£23.09 starting April 1, due to changes in the energy price cap.

Mar 12 β€’ 12:43 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Elon Musk's Tesla given go-ahead to supply electricity in Great Britain

Tesla, led by Elon Musk, has received approval to supply electricity to households and businesses across Great Britain, expanding its energy operations.

Mar 12 β€’ 09:17 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Households with air fryers face Β£126 charge from April - but it's good news

Households in the UK will see a reduction in the running costs of air fryers as electricity prices decrease in April.

Mar 10 β€’ 12:19 UTC
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National & Local

New 90-day smart meter rule announced for millions of UK homes

The UK introduces a new rule mandating energy suppliers to repair faulty smart meters within 90 days to improve service reliability for households.

Mar 10 β€’ 11:37 UTC
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National & Local

Octopus, British Gas, E.ON, OVO, EDF customers told of new 90-day rule 'now in force'

Energy customers in the UK are informed about a new regulatory change mandating energy suppliers to repair faulty smart meters within 90 days, potentially resulting in cash payouts for consumers.

Mar 10 β€’ 07:42 UTC
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National & Local

Thousands of households to see hated energy charge axed from April in new trial

A new trial in the UK will see four major energy firms eliminate or reduce standing charges for thousands of households starting in April.

Mar 9 β€’ 11:39 UTC
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National & Local

Martin Lewis says energy bills 'ticking time bomb' and May 'crunch time'

Martin Lewis warns that while energy bills are temporarily decreasing due to government interventions, they may surge again later this year due to international tensions affecting fuel supplies.

Mar 8 β€’ 12:19 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

UK energy bills could 'jump by Β£160' in July because of Iran war

Experts warn that UK energy bills could see a significant increase in July due to rising wholesale costs related to the Iran conflict.

Mar 4 β€’ 14:31 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis explains how to slash energy bills before new price cap

Martin Lewis provides advice on reducing energy bills as the Ofgem price cap decreases for households in the UK.

Mar 3 β€’ 10:00 UTC
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National & Local

EV rule change announced this week 'cuts costs every time'

Electric vehicle owners in Britain will benefit from lower home charging costs following a reduction in the energy price cap announced by Ofgem.

Mar 1 β€’ 02:55 UTC
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National & Local

British Gas explains money saving change after energy price cap April date

British Gas discusses the implications of Ofgem's energy price cap changes that will lead to reduced costs for households from April to June 2026.

Feb 27 β€’ 15:18 UTC
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National & Local

Ofgem shares 'one of the cheapest ways' to save energy and money

Ofgem has outlined an effective DIY method for households to reduce energy costs as energy prices remain high in the UK.

Feb 27 β€’ 09:01 UTC
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National & Local

Martin Lewis urges UK households to take advantage of dropping energy prices

Martin Lewis encourages UK households to capitalize on falling energy prices due to a reduction in the Energy Price Cap.

Feb 25 β€’ 15:37 UTC
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National & Local

'Energy bills may be coming down - but there is a sting in the tail for many'

Energy bills in the UK are projected to decrease by an average of Β£117 annually, but the reduction may not be as beneficial for many families as it seems due to updates in the price cap and seasonal changes in energy usage.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:21 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

EDF says customers can beat energy price cap by more than Β£100

EDF Energy claims that customers can save over Β£100 compared to the new energy price cap set by Ofgem.

Feb 25 β€’ 09:03 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis reveals 'simple' way to cut your energy bill after Ofgem update

Martin Lewis advises households on how to reduce energy bills following a reduction in Ofgem's energy price cap.

Feb 25 β€’ 08:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

See how much YOUR energy bill will fall by with our calculator after Ofgem update

Ofgem has announced a fall in energy price caps, allowing households to estimate their future energy bills with a new calculator.

Feb 25 β€’ 07:47 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Ofgem energy price cap announced as millions to see bills fall - how it impacts you

The Ofgem energy price cap will decrease, resulting in lower energy bills for millions of households starting April 1.

Feb 25 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Energy bills will fall by Β£117 for millions of households in Great Britain from April

Annual energy bills in Great Britain will decrease by Β£117 from April due to a drop in Ofgem's price cap, providing some relief to households.

Feb 25 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Ofgem announces big fall in energy price cap: LIVE updates

Ofgem has announced a reduction in the energy price cap, bringing it down to Β£1,641 for typical dual fuel households starting in April.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:51 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Energy price cap to fall in April but threat of war hangs over outlook

The energy price cap in the UK will decrease in April 2026, yet concerns persist regarding the ongoing impacts of the war in Ukraine on energy prices and costs.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Exact date of next Ofgem energy price cap change for 2026

The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, will announce the new energy price cap this week, which will take effect on April 1, 2026, potentially affecting household energy costs.

Feb 25 β€’ 02:08 UTC
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National & Local

Ofgem energy price cap set to fall sharply - everything you need to know

The UK energy price cap is expected to drop significantly, impacting household energy bills positively from April 1.

Feb 24 β€’ 11:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New smart meter rules could earn households automatic Β£40 payments

New regulations in the UK will allow households with smart meters to receive automatic Β£40 compensation for specified issues, promoting better customer service and repair protocols.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Exact date energy bills could fall after Government promised cut

UK households may see a reduction in energy bills by Β£150 due to governmental changes starting in April.

Feb 22 β€’ 14:52 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Exact date for 'energy bills to be slashed' with announcement due in days

Households in the UK are expecting a reduction in energy bills with an upcoming announcement from Ofgem about a price cap cut.

Feb 22 β€’ 09:26 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Energy bills 'significant cut' this week in new announcement

UK households are set to see a 7% cut in energy bills starting in April due to a government restructuring of energy charges.

Feb 22 β€’ 08:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Ofgem shares 'minor' change that makes 'significant' savings on energy bills

Ofgem has issued new advice to UK households on how to save on energy bills with simple actions as the energy price cap is set to decrease.

Feb 22 β€’ 03:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Energy bills set to fall by Β£117 a year from April for millions of Brits

Energy bills in the UK are projected to decrease by Β£117 annually starting in April, due to changes in the Ofgem price cap and government measures.

Feb 18 β€’ 10:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Ofgem says UK households may be owed refunds and compensation

Ofgem warns that UK households might be entitled to refunds and compensation from energy suppliers due to overpayments.

Feb 17 β€’ 09:31 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

State Pension age Brits urged to sign up for 'priority support'

Older individuals are encouraged to register for the Priority Services Register to access complimentary support from energy suppliers.

Feb 12 β€’ 10:08 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Ovo, Octopus and British Gas bill help as Ofgem shares options when struggling

Ofgem is informing consumers about available support options for those struggling with energy bill payments amid increasing debt levels in the UK.

Feb 9 β€’ 14:39 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

'10-day' rule could see UK households get Β£80 energy payments in the post

UK households may receive compensation payments of up to Β£80 from energy suppliers for delays or mistakes in switching energy services, according to Ofgem.

Feb 6 β€’ 10:52 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Millions of households urged to check if they can get Β£255 energy bill refund

Millions of UK households may be eligible for a Β£255 refund from unclaimed energy credit, amounting to approximately Β£3.09 billion, according to Ofgem.

Jan 10 β€’ 11:18 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Energy bills rising again from today as new Ofgem price cap updates

Energy bills in the UK will increase slightly as the new Ofgem price cap takes effect, raising the average annual bill for direct debit customers by Β£3.

Jan 1 β€’ 00:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

UK energy bills set to rise with snow, gales, and cold weather to pummel UK

UK households are anticipating a rise in energy bills due to a 0.2% increase in Ofgem's price cap amidst severe cold weather conditions.

Dec 31 β€’ 06:54 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Ofgem energy bill change from January 2026 - exact date explained

Ofgem has announced a price cap increase for energy bills starting January 2026, affecting millions of households in England, Wales, and Scotland.

Dec 27 β€’ 09:42 UTC

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