The Latest Breaking News from Ofgem

Even more energy suppliers are short of capital. Ofgem needs to toughen up

With almost one in five firms breaching targets, the watchdog’s new get-tough approach on capital levels seems to be anything but

The Guardian - UK · Jan 28

More than 500,000 customers to receive Ofgem protection this week

New rules will bring heat network customers closer in line with those living on traditional gas and electricity connections

The Independent UK · Jan 26

Half a million heat network customers to receive Ofgem protection from this week

New rules will bring heat network customers in England, Scotland and Wales more closely in line with those on traditional gas and electricity.

Evening Standard · Jan 26

Some older people ‘skipping showers or meals to make ends meet financially’

Age UK’s ‘crisis hiding in plain sight’ campaign is urging older people to check if they are entitled to extra financial support.

Evening Standard · Jan 14

Wind is now one of the world’s biggest electricity sources. So why are we switching turbines off?

Wind power has surged across Europe, sparking concern that billions are being wasted due to "insufficient" grid investment.

Euronews · Jan 2

From energy prices to interest rates: the dates that could affect your finances in 2026

Energy price cap goes up on 1 January and Bank of England will make three interest rate decisions by end of April

The Guardian - UK · Jan 1

Household energy bills rise as temperatures plummet

The 0.2% increase to Ofgem’s energy price cap amounts to an average overall bill of £1,758 a year, up from the current £1,755.

Evening Standard · Jan 1

UK energy bills to fall by £138 in April, experts predict

But households are expecting a rise in bills on New Year’s Day as colder weather hits the country

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2025

Household energy bills to rise as snow and gales forecast

The 0.2% increase to Ofgem’s energy price cap comes as a swathe of cold health alerts are issued for large areas of the UK.

Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2025

Octopus boss calls for action to make London top choice for possible Kraken IPO

Greg Jackson said the group is considering a potential flotation of its AI powered platform in the next two to three years.

Evening Standard · Dec 30, 2025