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Gas standing charge scrapped in budget: will you be better off?The Chancellor will scrap gas standing charges in the Budget. See who could be better or w ..

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Energy price cap January 2027: latest predictions and newsGet the latest forecasts for the January 2027 energy price cap, find out what's driving th ..

E.ON looks to acquire OVO and become one of the largest energy suppliers in the UKTwo of the largest energy suppliers are planning to merge, but how will this affect consumers?

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What does the situation in the Middle East mean for my energy bills?You may be wondering how the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is linked to energy price ..

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Energy price cap October 2026: Ofgem confirms 4% increaseThe final price cap for 2026 will be set at £1,723. Here’s what customers need to know.

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October energy price cap announcement due this week: here's what to expectThe final price cap for 2026 will be announced this week. Here’s what customers can expect.

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Energy price cap October 2026: here’s what customers should do this weekendThe October price cap is announced next week: this is what customers should do this weekend

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Energy price cap October 2026: final predictionsWith a week to go until the October price cap is announced, where have the final predictions landed?

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Energy price cap October 2026: what we know so farThe final price cap of 2026 will be announced at the end of August. Here's what we know so far.

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Energy bills: Andy Burnham to cut VAT on electricity to help customers save £45 a yearNew Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced he will cut VAT on electricity bills in his ..

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Heating oil customers to receive compensation for cancelled ordersCustomers overcharged for heating oil at the beginning of the Middle East conflict will be ..

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Energy bills rise today for millions: here’s what to do about itThe July 2026 energy price cap comes into effect today. Find out if it affects you and wha ..