Energy bills will rise by £200 in July to nearly £1,900 a year, forecast says
Summary
Energy bills in Great Britain are expected to rise by about £200 in July, bringing the average yearly cost close to £1,900. The increase is mainly due to higher wholesale gas prices following disruptions to global energy supplies caused by the conflict involving Iran.Key Facts
- The typical gas and electricity bill is forecast to reach £1,850 per year from July.
- This is about a 13% increase from the current cap of £1,641 set for April to June.
- The rise adds approximately £209 to the average household's annual energy bill.
- Wholesale energy prices increased sharply after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global gas supplies.
- Although a temporary ceasefire reduced prices slightly, they remain much higher than normal.
- Energy bills are expected to rise further in October when household energy use usually increases.
- Experts say building more renewable energy sources is the long-term solution to reduce bills and reliance on unstable markets.
- Households are advised to consider fixed-rate energy deals to avoid higher costs if prices keep rising.
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