Millions of energy customers across the country are bracing themselves for higher gas and electricity bills from April 1, which will put even more financial pressure on household budgets.
Ahead of the 54 per cent Ofgem price hike kicking in, Martin Lewis has been urging everyone to do three things before Friday - not to cancel your monthly Direct Debits as this will add a further six per cent on to your bill, stick to your current fix (if it’s the best option available) and take meter readings today.
And on his ‘Ask Martin’ BBC Radio 5 Live Podcast, the consumer champion shared the best time to take your meter reading on Thursday, March 31 - even if you’re on a smart meter, which will capture the data for you.
