Standing charges on energy bills have become a pressing issue for households across the UK. These daily fixed costs, applied irrespective of energy consumption, are used to fund critical services like maintaining the energy network and supporting government schemes. However, the increasing burden of these charges has amplified financial stress for families and individuals already…
According to the industry regulator, Ofgem, the average household spends around £1,738 a year on heating and power – that makes energy one of the biggest annual costs for UK households. Ofgem has confirmed that the energy price cap will increase by 1.2% from January 2025, bringing the average annual dual fuel bill to £1,738.…