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Millions of household energy bills will rise by two per cent from Wednesday under the new Autumn price cap. Households on the standard tariff - with typical average usage - will increase from £1,720 to £1,755 from October 1 - a rise of £35 over the coming year. ‌

The increase will see energy bills increase by around £2.93 a month for the average household, leaving a home on a default tariff paying £102 for what currently costs £100 per month. Latest figures show more than a third of customers (37%) are now on fixed tariffs, which means they are protected from the upcoming rise. ‌

Consumer group Which? is encouraging people to “shop around” for a fixed energy deal before the new price cap starts, but Advice Direct Scotland is urging households to think care

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