Regulator Ofgem announced the latest price cap on Friday morning, with average energy bills rising by 1.2% from January to £1,738 a year.
Forecasters at Cornwall Insight said the cap was likely to be reduced again by 1.4% in April, which would make little difference for households struggling through the winter.
The Energy Saving Trust has announced that you can save a lot of cash (up to £90) off your bill by turning your thermostat down just one degree.
@ofgem has announced a January price cap of £1,738 per year for general consumers, a 1% increase on the current cap. That's not good news for households that have already been hit hard.
The new forecast for April is more positive, with claims expected to fall slightly to £1,713, but… pic.twitter.com/aZFedrjNHD
— Cornwall Insight (@CornwallInsight) November 22, 2024
“There is no specific temperature recommended for heating your home; each of us has a different temperature that feels comfortable.
“This means you can try lowering the temperature on your thermostat by 1°C and if you feel it could still be colder, you can try lowering it further,” the Energy Saving Trust explained.
But they highlighted a warning about people living with vulnerable populations.
“Please note that if you have people in your household who may be vulnerable, such as the elderly, children, or people with chronic illnesses, you should be especially careful about keeping the temperature in your home down. Please.
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“The general advice from the World Health Organization is to maintain a temperature of 18 to 21 degrees Celsius in your home.”
“In the UK Government's Cold Weather Plan, the UK Government's Health and Security Agency advises heating homes to at least 18 degrees. If you are worried about rising energy costs and paying your utility bills, please contact me. ” about the support and help available.
“For more information about the support the government is offering, including energy-saving tips, visit the 'Help for Homes' website.”
