Gas And Electricity Archive

Published in December 2010

10 million energy bills rise
by Neil Faulkner | Nearly 10 million households will have higher energy bills by the end of this week, but savings that can be made from switching have increased.
5 gas and electricity rip-offs
by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner looks at five ways that energy companies pick your pockets, sometimes with a little help from their friends in the media.

Published in November 2010

Save £££ with an online energy plan
by Mike Kielty | You can save hundreds of pounds on gas and electricity bills with an internet-based energy plan.
Energy prices are about to rocket
by Mike Kielty | Energy prices are set to jump over the next few months, so it's crucial that you assess the best options for gas and electricity providers, and change if you need to.

Published in October 2010

OFGEM gives green light to energy hikes
by Neil Faulkner | Energy hikes are inevitable, as the industry continues to pull the wool over all our eyes
The utilities tariff that tricks you
by Laura Starkey | If you're moving house this year, beware the deemed tariff! Laura Starkey shows you how to avoid the energy providers' sneakiest trick.

Published in September 2010

The worst energy rip-offs ever
by John Fitzsimons | Don't let your energy supplier get away with these awful antics
Get cash for switching your energy tariff
by Neil Faulkner | Some energy tariffs offer cashback. How do these deals compare and what tricks should you beware of?
The dodgy energy mis-selling scandal
by Cliff D'Arcy | The gas and electricity regulator launches an investigation into dodgy dealings by doorstep sellers.
This bill blunder could break your budget
by Laura Starkey | Even if you pay your bills on time, your energy supplier’s mistakes could be driving you into debt.

Published in August 2010

Thousands of British Gas customers set to get higher bills
by Neil Faulkner | This year alone we've seen hundreds of thousands of customers shunted from what were some of the best deals on the market onto the very worst.
Urgent! Only one cheap energy tariff left
by Neil Faulkner | I don’t follow the crowd, but even I think this tariff is too good to be true – and you’d better hurry if you want to get it, as it's being withdrawn tomorrow morning!

Published in July 2010

You need to switch energy providers - now!
by Mark Adams | The cost of wholesale gas has hit its highest level this year - meaning we’re set to suffer even more gas and electricity price rises just as winter kicks in. However, you can offset the pain by looking at your energy bills now - we guide you through the process.
Big energy price hikes to come
by Neil Faulkner | Wholesale gas prices are up 80% in half a year, but it's not as bad as it seems!
Beat the secret energy tax
by Rachel Wait | By 2020, we could all be paying £176 a year in energy taxes – here’s how to fight back.

Published in June 2010

Earn interest from your energy supplier
by Neil Faulkner | Energy suppliers owe us masses of money in overpaid bills. One new supplier is leading the way with a fairer deal.

Published in May 2010

Don’t believe the hype about energy prices
by Neil Faulkner | The disappearance of OVO Energy's cheaper tariff is absolutely by no means indicative price rises to come.

Published in April 2010

Your energy firm is ripping you off!
by John Fitzsimons | If you're making this mistake, then your energy provider may be ripping you off - to the tune of £153!
Winter fuel bills hit record high
by Neil Faulkner | Millions of households have been hit by record winter fuel bills of more than £500. Follow our five tips to fight back!

Published in March 2010

Good energy tariffs to switch to now
by Neil Faulkner | Following the decision by British Gas workers to strike, Neil Faulkner looks at whether you should switch energy companies, and highlights good tariffs to move to right now.
Slash your energy bills
by Rachel Robson | Rachel Robson gives you the lowdown on five ways to cut your energy bills
Slash your energy bills - Video script
by Rachel Wait | Rachel Robson gives you the lowdown on five ways to cut your energy bills.
Six ways to fight back against greedy energy companies!
by Rachel Wait | Fed up with paying through the nose for your gas and electricity while your supplier continues to profit? Follow these top tips to slash you bills!

Published in February 2010

You're making the same mistake again
by Neil Faulkner | This time last year, many of you made this costly mistake - and as a result, your bills went up. Don't do it again this year.
Energy price war hots up
by Christina Jordan | Christina Jordan takes a look behind the headline rates to see which energy company offers the cheapest tariff.
This mistake will make your energy bills soar
by Mark Adams | Make this mistake and you'll regret it when your energy bill lands on your doorstep.
British Gas cuts rates by 7%
by John Fitzsimons | British gas has announced a cut in gas prices for its customers. Who benefits, and is it the start of a price war?
Energy bills set to reach £2,000 a year
by John Fitzsimons | Energy bills will skyrocket to unaffordable levels by 2015 unless the Government acts now, says a new report.
This energy tariff will save you £££
by Rachel Wait | Rachel Robson reveals the cheapest energy tariffs on the market - switch and you could save more than £700!

Published in January 2010

Avoid these massive hidden energy charges
by Neil Faulkner | Make this mistake with your gas and electricity supplier and you could lose £150!
Energy prices start to rise!
by Neil Faulkner | The first letters have hit customers advising of price increases. Now seems a good time to compare fixed gas and electricity deals with variable ones.
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