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Energy price cap October 2026: Ofgem confirms 4% increaseThe final price cap for 2026 will be set at £1,725. 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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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 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 ..

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First major British hydropower projects in 40 years get the go-aheadOfgem has announced the approval of proposals for three new hydroelectric power plants in ..

Uswitch digivan warning about the price cap in Edinburgh

Uswitch warns energy customers that they have one week to avoid a £221 energy price hikeThe 13% energy price cap increase is fast approaching, with standard variable customers wa ..

New energy price cap to cause bills to jump by up to £200 a year [video]The July 2026 energy price cap has been raised by 13% and will cause monthly bills to rise ..