Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis has warned people not to break the law ahead of gas and electric bill increases after fans questioned him about their meter readings. From April 1 households all across the UK will see a sharp increase in their energy bills, but there are ways to mitigate the sharp costs.
One key piece advice from Mr Lewis is that people should take a reading from their meters and supply it to their company before April 1 to ensure the maximum amount of gas and electricity is charged at the current, and soon to be much cheaper, rate, Birmingham Live reports. Energy companies have been overwhelmed with customer enquiries leading to some sites crashing today, March 31, which has been dubbed 'National Meter Reading Day'.
It is believed around 18 million households on standard tariffs will see an average increase of £692 - from £1,277 to 1,971 per year. Meanwhile, around 4.5 million prepayment customers will see an increase of £708.
