The energy price cap will rise by 13% from July 1 for a typical household in England, Scotland and Wales, Ofgem has said, due to the ongoing conflict between the US, Israel and Iran in the Middle East
Household bills in England, Scotland and Wales are set to go up after Ofgem’s price cap is to rise by 13% from July 1 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the regulator has said.
The jump will equate to a rise of £18 a month for the average household using both electricity and gas, with households seeing an increase of 24% on their gas bills and 5% on their electricity bills.
Ofgem chief executive Tim Jarvis said: “Today’s price change reflects continued volatility in global energy markets. This means higher wholesale gas prices, driven by ongoing conflict in the Middle East, is impacting the price we pay for energy.
“We understand many will be concerned about rising prices. While energy use typically falls over the summer months, there are still practical steps households can take to manage costs, including exploring fixed tariffs or changing their payment method. Smart meter customers can also take advantage of half price or cheap electricity at the weekends.
“While our energy supplies remain secure, the best way to limit this exposure is by investing in our energy network. That’s why we’re unlocking the funding needed for the biggest transformation of our lifetime to deliver a system that is secure, resilient and works for consumers across Great Britain.”
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