News for October 2011
Govt affirms commitment to renewables - 20/10/2011
People looking to make an energy comparison to find cheap electricity deals from green sources may be interested to hear the government has asserted its commitment to developing renewable technologies.
Rising prices 'likely to increase fuel poverty' - 20/10/2011
Performing an energy comparison in order to find cheap electricity and gas could be a vital activity for many households, after a new study revealed fuel poverty is set to be a growing issue.
Rising energy bills drive inflation for older people - 20/10/2011
Retirees may like to compare energy suppliers to find cheap gas deals to help counter the effects of rising inflation.
New tariff to be aimed at football fans - 20/10/2011
People looking to compare gas and electricity prices may be interested in a new deal from npower that could provide benefits to passionate football fans.
Energy Act paves way for Green Deal - 20/10/2011
People looking for cheap electricity and gas may find it easier to keep their homes warm in the future if they take advantage of the measures on offer as part of the Green Deal.
Suppliers pledge money to support energy campaign - 19/10/2011
Four of the Big Six energy suppliers have pledged £400,000 in funding to support an Ofgem project to offer people advice on how they can get cheap electricity and gas.
Energy plans 'will not help poorest customers' - 19/10/2011
Plans to encourage people in the UK to find cheap energy deals by comparing tariffs and switching payment methods will not help those who are in most need of assistance, it has been stated.
Winter price freeze announced by npower - 19/10/2011
Energy provider npower has pledged that it will not implement any further rises to its gas and electricity prices this winter.
Govt 'must help older people meet energy bills' - 19/10/2011
The government must do more to ensure older individuals are able to access cheap electricity and gas to minimise the impact of rising prices.
Energy firms 'should use profits to halt price rises' - 18/10/2011
Energy suppliers should use some of their profits to help customers get cheap electricity and gas through the winter.
Transparency 'vital' to a competitive energy market - 18/10/2011
It is essential that the UK's energy market is fully transparent to ensure people have as much information as possible when looking to switch energy suppliers to get cheap gas and electricity.
Govt advises consumers to switch energy tariffs - 18/10/2011
People in the UK who are looking to get cheap electricity and gas deals have been advised by the government to perform an energy comparison to switch suppliers or tariffs in order to make savings.
Credit checks 'could harm customers' - 18/10/2011
Electricity and gas providers could be unfairly penalising some of their customers through the increased use of credit checks on people looking for cheap energy deals.
British Gas makes winter pledge - 18/10/2011
Individuals looking to compare gas and electricity prices may be able to benefit from a new move by British Gas to offer more support to its customers, in order to help them meet their energy bills.
'Millions of Brits' facing fuel poverty this winter - 17/10/2011
Millions of people in the UK may consider performing an energy comparison in order to get cheap gas and electricity, as fuel poverty is set to be a widespread problem this winter.
Older properties 'difficult' to make energy efficient - 17/10/2011
People living in older properties may need to look for cheap gas and electricity by switching energy suppliers in order to save money on their fuel bills.
Energy firms 'must restore trust of consumers' - 17/10/2011
People looking to compare energy suppliers in order to find cheap electricity and gas deals must be able to have confidence in the market.
Energy market reforms 'will make switching easier' - 17/10/2011
Ofgem has proposed a series of reforms that should make it easier for individuals to find cheap gas and electricity deals by performing an energy comparison.
Rising prices 'lead to record profits' - 17/10/2011
Many individuals may feel the need to perform an energy comparison to find a cheaper gas and electricity tariff - after new research revealed rising energy prices have led to record profits for suppliers.
Older people 'more vulnerable' to rising fuel bills - 14/10/2011
Many older people may be able to benefit from performing an energy comparison in order to switch gas supplier, as they are the group most exposed to price rises.
DECC sets up task force to cut wind energy costs - 14/10/2011
Individuals looking to compare energy tariffs and find a cheap electricity deal using renewable sources may be interested to hear of a new task force being established by the government.
Energy firms see profits rise - 14/10/2011
The Big Six energy suppliers have all seen their profit margins increase over the last year, with recently introduced price hikes helping contribute to the rise.
DECC to host summit on energy prices - 14/10/2011
The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) is to host a summit next week to discuss what can be done to combat rising gas and electricity prices.
Energy firms 'fail to highlight cheap deals' - 14/10/2011
People looking to compare gas and electricity prices may not be getting the best advice if they speak to the major energy suppliers