Claim Your Energy Voucher Day: Last chance for £130m support

Households have been urged to use Energy Bill Support Vouchers by 30th June in order to access remaining £130 million

‘Running basic appliances cost 58% more in 18 months’

The average cost to run an integrated fridge freezer has more than doubled, according to research by consumer group

‘Low income households face £200+ energy bill shortfall’

Low income households in the UK are set to face an average shortfall of £209 on their energy bills this financial year due to the ending of additional government support schemes

UK urged to introduce “Covid-style” measures to avoid winter gas shortages

A charity has called for the government to set a target to reduce household energy demand by 20%

Octopus fizzles out ‘boozy work event’ claims

The energy supplier has been criticised for closing its call centre to hold presentations where staff can reportedly enjoy sparkling wine and beers

Energy consumer trust ‘plummets in energy crisis era’

Many people believe that companies prioritise profits over the cost of living crisis, according to a survey

Nearly 40% of consumers ‘are unaware of the ban on new gas boilers’

Nearly 79% of consumers would support a lower or zero tax on energy efficient appliances, according to new research

‘Policy must change or 29m homes will not decarbonise’

A coalition of groups have written an open letter to the Prime Minister, calling for government to make it easier for consumers to decarbonise their homes

Industry responds to new energy price cap

Ofgem announced a new price cap today – but what does the energy industry think?