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Every 1 July, thousands of direct debit customers open an email from British Gas, Octopus Energy, E.ON Next or
The summer lull in energy bills is the cheapest moment of the year to rebuild a budget — and the Bank of England has already told us autumn looks dearer.
With the Ofgem cap at £1,738 in 2026, here is how to actually cut your energy bills using tariffs, smart meter data and the tricks suppliers do not advertise.
The UK Energy Bill Problem Energy costs remain one of the most significant and fastest-rising household expenses for UK families.