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British Gas In The News
By Energy Company Numbers on August 19, 2016028As a British Gas customer, you want to keep up to date with all the British Gas news that’s fit to print. However, trawling through the internet in search of that news is never fun. That’s why we’ve done the heavy lifting for you and compiled this run down of all the biggest and best British Gas news from across […]
The Green Deal never bothered us anyway…
By Energy Company Numbers on August 14, 2016The Green Deal never bothered us anyway… As the Green Deal is finally put to bed and the government finally releases the conclusive figures for the scheme, one thing is becoming crystal clear: Nobody liked the Green Deal. The so-called ‘ground-breaking’ energy efficiency loan scheme was supposed to be a game changer, and to set a precedent worldwide for encouragement of […]
EDF Energy: All the Latest News
By Energy Company Numbers on August 11, 2016These are certainly interesting times for the French energy giant EDF, but are you really going to trawl the internet looking for the biggest EDF news stories? Instead, join is as we take a look through this week’s biggest EDF Energy stories. EDF Board Given Just 2 Days to Read Hinkley Point Deal The £18bn deal for EDF to build […]
Why will Brexit add £350m to energy bills?
By Energy Company Numbers on August 1, 2016Markets hate uncertainty and if there is one thing that is not in short supply at the moment, it is uncertainty. What sort of trade deals will the UK be able to negotiate with our disgruntled neighbours? Will we still be able to trade in the single energy market? The industry is jittery in response, erring very much on the […]
Why have suppliers pulled fixed-rate dual-fuel tariffs?
By Energy Company Numbers on July 29, 2016USwitch has discovered that a number of energy companies have pulled their dual fuel deals and replaced them with more expensive options, since the result of the EU Referendum. Just what is going on in the energy market in Brexit Britain? Post-Brexit Blues There does indeed seem to be a rowing back from fixed-rate dual-fuel tariffs, with twelve energy providers […]
Weak pound sends energy prices to nine-month high
By Energy Company Numbers on July 27, 2016Day to day, few consumers have much change since the historic result of the EU referendum on 23rd June. The blow has been cushioned for most, bar the impact on the number of Euros they can afford to spend on holiday. Whilst some have been impacted by the closure of vulnerable businesses, in the main the predicted hammer blows to […]
British Gas Launch Free Electricity Weekends – But Is It the Best Deal to Be Had?
By Energy Company Numbers on July 4, 2016British Gas has just launched a brand new energy plan for its smart meter customers. The “FreeTime” plan is the first of its kind to offer free electricity at the weekends. However, experts have been quick to criticize, stating better deals are available elsewhere. So what is FreeTime and could you really be better off switching to another supplier? Understanding […]
How to Reduce Your Energy Bills in 2016/17
By Energy Company Numbers on July 1, 2016It’s no secret the cost of energy has risen significantly over the past few years. If like thousands of other people, you’re struggling to pay your energy bills, there are ways you can reduce your bill. In some cases, it can even be reduced by as much as 50%! Below you’ll discover some of the best tips to help you […]
What is HEEPS?
By Energy Company Numbers on June 27, 2016If you reside in Scotland and you have difficulty affording to heat your home, HEEPS can help. The Scottish only energy scheme was introduced to ensure all Scottish citizens can afford to stay warm and cosy all year round. So what exactly is it and is everyone eligible? Understanding the HEEPS scheme The HEEPS scheme is made up of three […]
The Benefits to an Eon Credit Meter
By Energy Company Numbers on June 23, 2016A lot of people are put off from installing an Eon credit meter in their homes because they mistakenly think they’ll be too expensive. While they certainly aren’t suitable for everyone, a credit meter can actually help save you a lot of money; especially if you have changing energy needs or if you’re on a budget. So what exactly is […]









