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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rebecca Whittaker

Martin Lewis warns fixed tariffs won’t stop your energy bill rising. Here’s how to avoid it

Household energy bills are on the rise, but Money Saving Expert’s Martin Lewis has warned even those on a fixed tariff could see their monthly payment increase.

The energy price cap increased by 4 per cent on October 1. Regulator Ofgem said bills will rise by £60 per year – or £5 per month – to £1,723 for the average household using both electricity and gas following this increase.

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