The Latest Breaking News from Ofgem

Martin Lewis shares why your energy bill has gone up and how to challenge it

Martin Lewis has issued urgent advice after energy bills have soared after regulator Ofgem increased the price cap to 54 per cent. -but some customers have seen their Direct Debits increase even further.

Glasgow Live · Apr 25, 2022

Cost of living: How your energy bills are calculated and why they've gone up

Millions of households could be in fuel poverty by the end of the year

Manchester Evening News · Apr 25, 2022

Energy crisis: How your bill is calculated and why your standing charge has also gone up

We take a look at what you are paying for when you get your energy bill and why even your standing charge is costing more

Chronicle Live · Apr 25, 2022

Scientist details 7 simple ways to slash energy bills in your home

"Acting now, in good time, will help save you ahead of the next energy bill hike expected in the autumn.”

Nottingham Post · Apr 22, 2022

Seven simple ways you can slash your bills AND save the planet on Earth Day

Friends of the Earth say a free loft and wall insulation programme, starting in neighbourhoods with high fuel poverty, would benefit almost eight million households

Daily Mirror · Apr 22, 2022

The washing machine error that could be costing you £28 as expert reveals ways to shrink bills

Many households are looking for ways to lower their energy bills after the regulator Ofgem confirmed it was hiking its price cap by an unprecedented £700.

Daily Record · Apr 21, 2022

Is my energy supplier legally allowed to increase my direct debit payments? Your rights

Ofgem, the market regulator, said there have been 'troubling signs' that companies have increased households’ direct debits by more than necessary to cover a £693 increase in the average bill

Daily Mirror · Apr 21, 2022

How are UK gas and electricity bills calculated?

The average household energy bill is now just less than £2,000. Here’s a breakdown of its components

The Guardian - UK · Apr 19, 2022

Energy chiefs fear 40% of Britons could fall into fuel poverty in ‘truly horrific winter’

Firms inundated with calls from customers as bosses fear impact of October’s scheduled cap rise

The Guardian - UK · Apr 19, 2022

How to read your smart meter as homeowners report huge errors in energy bills

Resolver consumer rights Martyn James explains everything you need to know about smart meters.

Daily Record · Apr 18, 2022