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It’s time to fix the energy crisis before it’s too late

It’s time to fix the energy crisis before it’s too late

“Truly horrific” is how Scottish Power’s chief executive recently described the looming winter energy bill crisis. As such it’s time for a massive shift in policy and approach. Writing for Utility Week Keith Anderson says with the Queen’s Speech due in a few weeks’ time, the government must consider how to introduce a social tariff to protect those most in need.

3 years ago

April price cap saw 50% increase in PCW activity  

3 years ago

Octopus launches ‘dating agency’ to spur windfarm development

3 years ago

Citizens Advice calls for energy advice funding to be pooled

3 years ago

BEIS rejects move to more frequent RO settlement

Proposals for more frequent settlement of the renewables obligation scheme have been rejected by the government. BEIS said the recent market turmoil, conflicting responses to its consultation on the issue and in some places unclear steers from stakeholders, had informed its decision.

3 years ago

Ofgem records 16% increase in FIT scheme failings

3 years ago

Time for retailers to step back from the smart meter rollout?

3 years ago

Ofgem pledges action on ‘moral hazard’ of energy retail

3 years ago

Rebate voucher plan sparks fraud and theft warning

3 years ago

Weekend press round-up: Rising energy bills may bring ‘civil unrest’

In the latest round-up of the weekend news, money saving guru Martin Lewis claims rising energy bills mean “civil unrest isn’t far way”, a lithium producer warns supply constraints will make electric vehicle targets “impossible” and a three-quarters of Brits back onshore wind in a new poll following the release of the government energy security strategy.

3 years ago

‘Now is the time’ for mass heat pump market

3 years ago

Energy customer service ratings worst in five years

3 years ago

Returning to the field: The role of face-to-face engagement in an uncertain world

Field sales in Great Britain’s energy market were largely suspended a decade ago following mis-selling scandals but does it still have a valuable role to play? This webinar will explore how retailers can deploy a more positive and progressive approach to face-to-face engagement that acts as a catalyst for growth in an uncertain world.

Date: 28/04/2022 11:00 am

British Gas makes first installation under Boiler Upgrade Scheme

3 years ago

Vince seeks Ecotricity sale for c£300m

3 years ago

Expert view: Supporting Customers in the Cost of Living Crisis

3 years ago

Ofgem strengthens market stabilisation charge

3 years ago

Government simply has to act

3 years ago

Websites crash as energy industry becomes ‘like Ticketmaster’

3 years ago

Citizens Advice reveals record demand ahead of ‘ruinous’ price cap hike

3 years ago

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