E.ON joined its competitors by announcing a 6% cut in its domestic gas prices today. It follows British Gas’ 7% and Scottish & Southern Energy’s 4% price cuts over the past few weeks, leaving nPower, EDF and Scottish Power to make their move. (more...)
A handy guide to switching energy supplier
Since energy suppliers have recently announced price cuts and launched new tariffs, you may be considering switching supplier. For those who are not familiar with the process, we thought it useful to give this handy guide which runs through what to expect and how to ensure your switch runs smoothly. (more...)
Here comes the energy price war!
As predicted, more energy suppliers have joined the recent battle for the cheapest gas and electricity prices. (more...)
Are energy companies cashing in on the boiler scrappage scheme?
Leading energy suppliers are under fire this week amidst allegations they are cashing in on the boiler scrappage scheme. The claim comes from some industry experts accusing them of quoting customers inflated new boiler prices, despite matching the £400 rebate available under the plan. (more...)
Customers set to receive price rise news sooner
Customers were dealt good news today following a pledge by Ofgem, the energy regulator to review how quickly energy suppliers tell them about their price rises. (more...)
Over 54,000 vouchers claimed under the Boiler Scrappage scheme
The government’s boiler scrappage scheme has been deemed a success following take-up figures released this week. Over a third of the vouchers available under the scheme have already been claimed since it launched six weeks ago. (more...)
Is now a good time to switch energy supplier?
Although British Gas cut its prices by 7% last week, many experts are advising customers to continue to check they are on the best tariffs. This follows a report issued by Ofgem, the energy market regulator, forecasting energy bills to increase by a staggering 25% over the next ten years. (more...)
British Gas smart meter deal gives Bglobal a boost
British Gas has just signed a deal worth £12million with ‘smart metering’ firm Bglobal. The deal has given the Lancashire based company a much needed boost, increasing its share price by over 3%. (more...)
Has British Gas started an energy price war?
In a surprise move, British Gas announced a 7% cut in its gas and electricity prices yesterday, leaving the energy market on the brink of a price war. (more...)
