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.
Ofgem reveals ‘low or no standing charge’ energy tariff plan to help cut bills
Energy suppliers will be made to offer tariffs with low or no standing charges, allowing customers to pay the costs as part of their unit rate instead, under plans from regulators.Ofgem said it is consulting on bringing in the option under the price cap that would cover so-called zero standing charge tariffs.
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.”
Millions hit by 'unfair energy bills thanks to Ofgem loophole'
A report by consumer watchdog Citizens Advice claimed that network operators made use of a regulatory loophole set by Ofgem
Ofgem Proposes Flexible Energy Tariffs
British energy regulator Ofgem has proposed that energy suppliers offer tariffs with low or no standing charges, integrated into the unit rate. This change aims to provide consumers with more flexibility in managing 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 announces plans to help people cut energy bills by hundreds
Ofgem has announced plans to help people cut their energy bills. Energy suppliers will be made to offer tariffs with low or no standing charges, meaning customers will be able to pay the costs of their unit rate instead.
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.
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.
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 and CRE plan further electricity interconnection between UK and France
Ofgem has given regulatory approval for two more projects, FAB Link and GridLink, to further connect France and the UK. A recent study by CRE suggested that an additional 1 GW of new interconnection ...
Ofgem energy price cap to rise to highest level since January 2024, final forecasts claim
While the official rate won’t be known until 25 February when it is announced by regulator Ofgem, a rise is now all but ...