Energy price cap
Our latest update on Ofgem’s price cap and what it means for customers on a variable tariff.
If you’re on a variable tariff, you could save money by switching to our best fixed online deal.
What you need to know
What is the price cap?
The energy price cap is set by Ofgem every January, April, July and October. It places a maximum amount you'll pay per unit of energy you use, and the daily standing charge that covers the distribution cost of getting gas and electricity to your home.
The amount of energy you use at home determines how much you pay in bills.
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We use your meter readings to create your bills. If we don't receive readings from you, the system will make estimates based on typical energy use, which could result in a higher bill than necessary.
When will my Direct Debit change?
Your Direct Debit amount does not adjust automatically when tariff prices change.
Price cap rates are falling, but we may increase your Direct Debit payments to match the cost of your ongoing average energy use. Also, if your account has a negative balance, we may increase your payments to get your account back to a positive balance.
When will my prepay meter prices change
Electricity Key Meters
If you have a meter that you top up with a key at Payzone or Post Office, to get the new prices you need to top up on or after 1st April. Your meter will have the new prices once you've put the key back in your meter.
Pay as you go Smart meters
We know that some of our smart meters won't get the new prices no matter how much we try. If we can't fix yours after three months, we'll send you a cheque for anything you've been overcharged.
Smart Energy Monitors
Some Smart Energy Monitors (SEM) won't update with the new prices, so the estimated cost of energy they show will be wrong. Don't worry though, bills and direct debits will be charged on the new prices and we will keep trying to fix your SEM.
What you can do to manage energy costs
Reduce your usage to save energy and money on bills.
The price cap limits the unit rates and standing charges, not your annual energy cost.
Here are some energy-saving steps you can take right away to improve the energy efficiency of your home without spending a penny.
New fixed tariff
Lock in your energy prices
Prices for our fixed energy tariff are cheaper than April’s price cap. Check out all our available tariffs in your online account.
If you're having trouble paying your bills
We don't want people to stop using electricity or heating their homes if you can't afford it. Please let us know if you find yourself needing financial support.