Wed, 25 Feb 2026

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 Energy bills to fall in April after charges shake-up

Changes announced in the Budget mean domestic energy prices should fall sharply in April.

* Energy bills will fall in April due to government changes
* Most households in England, Wales, and Scotland will see a cut in their bills, regardless of their tariff
* The extent of the drop will vary between households, but nearly everyone will benefit from a 7% cut on variable tariffs
* Households using a typical amount of gas and electricity can expect to save £117 on their annual bill, bringing it down to £1,641 in April
* Prices are still relatively high compared to historical standards, and debts have ballooned
* Analysts recommend shopping around for further savings, particularly with fixed deals
* The discount will be primarily applied through a lower price per unit of electricity used
* High electricity users, including vulnerable households with medical equipment, may see the biggest benefit
* Those who use little electricity and a lot of gas will benefit the least
* Regulators and campaigners encourage people to shop around for cheaper fixed deals
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