What is the price cap?
The energy price cap sets the maximum amount suppliers can charge consumers for each unit of gas or electricity. However, the price cap doesn’t limit the total cost of your energy bill, which will depend on energy use in the household.
It is set by Ofgem and changes every three months.
When will the price cap change again?
The change in the price cap is announced every three months, usually about six weeks before it takes effect. The price cap changes on 1 January, 1 March, 1 June and 1 October every year.
Where can I find energy saving advice?
As the national fuel poverty charity, we have a suite of free resources available to support households struggling with the cost of energy. These recourses can be accessed in over 100 languages and can be adjusted to different fonts and colours to help with dyslexia and neurodiversity. Our free resources cover everything from top energy saving tips, advice on energy debt and dealing with damp and condensation. To access our resources, simply click the button below.
What impact do price cap rises have?
Since 2021 the energy bill for a typical household has risen from around £1,200 a year to around £1,800. For people already living in fuel poverty, any price cap rises are devastating news.
Cold homes can cause a huge amount of stress on someone desperately trying to stay warm and even cut back on other essentials. They can also cause and exacerbate conditions respiratory and circulation conditions, putting health and wellbeing at serious risk.
What do I do if I need help?
If you are struggling, contact our Energy and Benefits Advice Service on 0800 304 7159.
How can I help?
If you are able to keep comfortably warm, then please consider donating to us.
Our vital services wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support we receive. By making a donation, you can help us be there for more people who need us. We can continue to deliver more life-changing advice and support and help make fuel poverty a thing of the past.
Every pound donated can make a huge difference, so if you feel you are in a position to support, please donate today and help more people stay warm and safe at home.
