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TO ALL UK ENERGY CUSTOMERS PLEASE SHARE.
TRY TO GET ON A Fixed Tarrif ASAP due to USA and Israel War on Iran.
Im with @ecotricity
On a fixed Tarriff 2024-25
I saved £1,2000
FIXED TARRIF 2025-2026.
IM £185 IN CREDIT
Current Market Context (March 2026)
Price Cap Drop: The Ofgem Energy Price Cap is confirmed to fall by 6.7% on 1 April 2026 to an average of £1,641/year.
Government Subsidy: This drop includes a £150/year average reduction from the 2025 Autumn Budget, achieved by moving green levies to general taxation.
Fixed Tariff Savings: Many fixed deals currently undercut the upcoming April cap, with some 12-month fixes averaging around £1,520/year. @MartinSLewis
@MSE_Deals
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Notable Fixed Tariffs for 2026–2027
Suppliers are offering various terms to provide price certainty beyond the immediate spring price drop:
12-Month Fixes:
Outfox Energy: "Merry Fix-Mas 2025 12M" (avg. £1,519/year).
Sainsbury’s Energy: "Fix and Reward 12m".
So Energy: "So Larch One Year" (avg. £1,553/year).
18-Month to 2-Year Fixes (Extending into 2027):
E.ON Next: "Next Fixed 18m v25" (avg. £1,554/year).
British Gas: "Fixed Tariff Jan27" (avg. £1,643/year) and "Longer Fix Jan28".
EDF Energy: "Simply Fixed Feb27" (avg. £1,660/year).
Utility Warehouse (UW): "Fixed Saver 71" (avg. £1,550/year, fixed until 31 Dec 2026).
The UK government offers several schemes to help low-income families with energy bills in 2026, primarily through the £150 Warm Home Discount (automatic for many on benefits). Other support includes Cold Weather Payments (£25/week during freezing, sustained temperatures), Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners/low-income, and the Household Support Fund through local councils.
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Key 2025/2026 Energy Support Options:
Warm Home Discount: A £150 deduction on electricity bills for winter 2025/26, targeting those on low incomes and certain means-tested benefits.
Cold Weather Payment: A £25 payment for each 7-day period of very cold weather (0°C or below) between November and March.
Winter Fuel Payment: An annual payment for pensioners. For winter 2025/26, this is available to those on low incomes (specifically those on Pension Credit or with income £35,000 or less).
Household Support Fund: Local councils provide funding for residents struggling with bills and essentials.
Fuel Direct Scheme: Allows direct deduction from benefits to pay off energy debt.
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How to Apply/Access Support:
Warm Home Discount: Usually automatic if you are eligible; otherwise, you may receive a letter to provide more information.
Cold Weather Payments: Automatic if you receive qualifying benefits.
Local Council Support: Contact your local council to ask about the Household Support Fund.
Energy Supplier: Contact your energy supplier directly to discuss payment plans or hardship grants.
Grants and benefits to help you pay your energy bills
citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/energ…
You might be able to get help if you’re struggling to afford your energy bills or top up your prepayment meter. The help you get depends on:
how you pay for your energy
the type of energy you use
if you claim benefits
Help with your energy bills
If you’re on benefits or have a low income you may be eligible for:
the Warm Home Discount Scheme
energy-saving improvement schemes
home energy support payments
gov.uk/get-help-energ…



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