Richard Neudegg, director of regulation at Uswitch.com, comments: “This prediction compounds the worry that energy bills are going to rise just as we reach the season to switch the heating back on.
“A predicted 9% rise in energy costs would add £146 a year to the energy bills of the average household on a standard variable tariff.
“The price cap is expected to rise again in January, but bill payers can take action now to lock in certainty on how much they pay.
“There are a number of 12-month fixed deals available at rates cheaper than today’s firm prediction, so run a comparison to see what energy tariffs are available to you.”
About Uswitch
Uswitch is one of the UK’s top comparison websites for home services switching, including energy, broadband and mobiles.
More people go to Uswitch to switch their energy, broadband and mobile than any other site, and we have saved consumers over £2.7 billion off their bills since we launched in September 2000.
Free mobile app Utrack also helps households manage their home energy usage and make potential savings.
Uswitch is part of RVU, a group of online brands with a mission to empower consumers to make more confident home services, insurance and financial decisions.
