Energy bills and tariffs explained
Your bill is a unit rate times what you use, plus a daily standing charge. These guides explain the current price cap, what it means for your own usage, and what is coming next.
Energy price cap explained: what £1,723 means for your billThe October–December 2026 rates, how to work out your own bill, and what January may bring.
Fixed vs variable energy tariff: which is cheaper now?Fixed deals were £100+ below the October cap. How to decide, with the January forecasts.
Why is my energy bill so high? 9 things to checkNine checks, the 12-month back-billing rule and where to get help.More guides are added every week. See all guides.