Ofgem, standing charges

Ofgem proposes zero standing charge tariffs for energy suppliers
The proposal is set for implementation by winter 2025/2026, with a consultation launched to explore practical applications.
Martin Lewis and Energy UK clash over Ofgem’s standing charge shake-up
Under Ofgem’s proposal, suppliers would have to offer a tariff where standing charges are scrapped or significantly reduced, shifting costs onto the unit rate instead. While this could benefit low energy users, Lewis sees a critical issue: “To get it, people have to opt in.”
OFGEM Mandates Tariff Changes to Benefit Energy Consumers
OFGEM has required energy suppliers to offer tariffs with low or no standing charges, allowing customers to pay costs as part of the unit rate. This change aims to give consumers more flexibility and potentially lower their energy bills.
Energy bills: Ofgem plans tariffs with no standing charges
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis said the move was 'progress' as standing charges cost in excess of £300 a year
Ofgem issues major update on new 'no standing charge' energy tariffs
Energy regulator Ofgem has issued a major update on plans to introduce new energy tariffs with no standing charges. Standing charges are a daily charge paid by all households, which cover the fixed costs of delivering energy to homes and businesses. Currently, the energy price cap dictates the maximum amount energy suppliers can charge.
Ofgem moves to shake up energy bills with zero standing charge tariffs
Ofgem has unveiled plans to force energy suppliers to offer tariffs with low or zero standing charges, giving customers more flexibility in how they pay for their energy. A consultation launched today will explore how these tariffs, set to be available from winter 2025/26, could work in practice.
UK energy regulator plans to introduce zero standing charge tariffs
British energy regulator Ofgem on Thursday proposed that all energy suppliers offer tariffs with low or no standing charges, allowing consumers to pay these costs as part of their unit rate, to give them more flexibility in managing energy bills.
Martin Lewis warns of standing charge 'loophole' in new Ofgem plans
The new 'low or no standing charge' Price Cap option should "reduce costs for lower users" but to get it, people will need to opt in, consumer champion Martin Lewis warned
Will Ofgem's 'no standing charges' energy deals REALLY cut bills?
Standing charges are set by energy suppliers and rack up daily, regardless of how much energy you use that day.
How much more you'll pay as Ofgem energy price cap to rise to highest level since January 2024
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Britain, France to explore electric interconnection of about 1 GW
British energy regulator Ofgem said on Thursday it has agreed with its French counterpart, CRE, to explore further ...
Have your say: Ofgem announces plans for major update
Ofgem says it wants to give consumers more choice when it comes to how they pay for energy - and that means standing charges ...
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Ofgem to launch new fast-track grid connection system
The UK’s gas and electricity regulator, Ofgem, has announced a new fast-track interconnection system to speed up connections to the nation's energy grid. This system will replace the current ...
Ofgem issued ‘urgent’ warning by Ed Miliband as energy bills set to rise again
Mr Miliband, the energy secretary, has now written an urgent letter to Ofgem, asking the regulator to move faster to protect ...
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Energy bills forecast to rise by 'soul destroying' 5% as Britons to be 'hit hard' by Ofgem price cap hike
Energy bills are set to rise by five per cent from April, marking the third consecutive increase in the price cap, according ...