Backlash over energy standing charges shake-up
Charities and energy providers have criticised plans to change the way standing charges on bills are paid.All households pay the fixed daily charges covering the costs of connecting to a gas and electricity supply.
Martin Lewis and Energy UK clash over Ofgem’s standing charge shake-up
Under Ofgem’s proposal, suppliers would have to offer a tariff where standing charges are scrapped or significantly reduced, shifting costs onto the unit rate instead. While this could benefit low energy users, Lewis sees a critical issue: “To get it, people have to opt in.”
UK energy regulator plans to introduce zero standing charge tariffs
British energy regulator Ofgem on Thursday proposed that all energy suppliers offer tariffs with low or no standing charges, allowing consumers to pay these costs as part of their unit rate, to give them more flexibility in managing energy bills.
Ofgem proposes zero standing charge tariffs for energy suppliers
The UK’s Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) has launched a consultation on proposals to introduce energy tariffs with low or no standing charges as an option for all consumers.
Ofgem Unveils “Low or No Standing” Charge Energy Tariffs – What It Means for Your Bills
Ofgem has announced plans to introduce low or no standing charge energy tariffs, aiming to provide customers with greater control over how they pay for electricity and gas. The proposal is currently under consultation,
Will Ofgem's 'no standing charges' energy deals REALLY cut bills?
Standing charges are set by energy suppliers and rack up daily, regardless of how much energy you use that day.
Martin Lewis issues standing charges update as daily fee axed with one change
Martin Lewis has issued an update on the dreaded 'standing charge' on energy bills being axed for some gas and electricity ...
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Energy standing charges: electricity, gas firms may have to offer revised tariffs under Ofgem plans - meaning
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Martin Lewis warns of standing charge 'loophole' in new Ofgem plans
The new 'low or no standing charge' Price Cap option should "reduce costs for lower users" but to get it, people will need to opt in, consumer champion Martin Lewis warned ...
British Gas customers could save £338 after daily charge axed
British Gas customers could slash up to £338 off their energy bills per year after a daily charge is axed. Energy regulator ...
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Ofgem reveals ‘low or no standing charge’ energy tariff plan to help cut bills
Energy suppliers will be made to offer tariffs with low or no standing charges, allowing customers to pay the costs as part of their unit rate instead, under plans from regulators. Ofgem said it ...
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Energy firms could be made to offer no standing charge plans: what it means for bills
Energy regulator Ofgem has announced new plans that will make energy suppliers offer tariffs with low or no standing charges. This will allow energy customers the option of low or no standing ...