Powering Homes news, page 8
- June 2026
NEA publishes Clearing the Decks paper on energy debt
National Energy Action has published Clearing the Decks, a paper arguing that record energy debt of £4.79 billion raises bills for all households, as the price cap rises 13 per cent on 1 July 2026.
Power NI residential electricity prices rise 6.2%
Power NI has raised the unit price its residential customers in Northern Ireland pay for electricity by 6.2% from 1 July 2026, adding about £5 a month to an average bill.
tado° X 10-year extended warranty introductory offer ends
tado° has closed the introductory 10-year extended warranty that came with its X range, so purchases made after 30th June 2026 no longer qualify for the promotion.
Which? updates best oil filled radiators review
Which? has updated its best oil filled radiators review, with pricing and availability last checked in June 2026 and running costs based on the current energy price cap unit price of 25.73p per kilowatt hour.
Citizens Advice publishes Future of Prepayment discussion paper
Citizens Advice has published a discussion paper on the future of prepayment energy, covering self-disconnection, rising debt and whether current safeguards remain fit for purpose.
Revised Typical Domestic Consumption Values take effect for the price cap from 1 July 2026
Ofgem's revised Typical Domestic Consumption Values took effect on 1 July 2026, restating price cap bill figures at lower assumed electricity and gas use for the July to September quarter.
Climate Change Committee publishes annual progress assessment warning faster electrification would cut household bills
The Climate Change Committee's annual progress assessment says emissions fell 1.8% in 2025 but warns slower electrification is leaving households exposed to fossil fuel price shocks.
Ofgem opens consultation on implementing outcomes-based regulation
Ofgem has opened a consultation on putting outcomes-based regulation into practice for energy suppliers, starting with billing rules, with responses due by 19 August 2026.
Viessmann launches Vitocal 200-A ie heat pump in the UK
Viessmann has launched the Vitocal 200-A ie air-to-water heat pump for UK homes at InstallerSHOW in Birmingham, with outputs from 4 to 12 kW and availability this autumn.
Power Savings Network Limited registered with Ombudsman scheme
Power Savings Network Limited has been listed as an active supplier covered by the Energy Ombudsman from 22 June 2026, giving its customers access to the dispute service.
Consultation launched on reforming consumer protection for home upgrade schemes
The government has opened a consultation on a single consumer protection service for home upgrades, alongside higher repair cover for faulty solid wall insulation and faster Energy Ombudsman decisions.
DESNZ announces reforms to improve access to Energy Ombudsman
The government has set out reforms to the Energy Ombudsman, cutting the time householders must wait before escalating a complaint and adding compensation when remedies are not carried out on time.
Government publishes response to energy redress consultation
The government has published its response to the Fairer, faster redress in the energy market consultation, setting out which proposals on Energy Ombudsman powers it will progress.
Government responds to consultation on strengthening energy supply market protections
The government has responded to its consultation on energy supply market protections, committing to stronger Energy Ombudsman powers and easier automatic referral for complaining households.
IAA raises repair cover for ECO4 and GBIS solid wall insulation to £25,000
The Installation Assurance Authority has raised its repair cover for faulty ECO4 and GBIS solid wall insulation to £25,000, up from £20,000, as ministers consult on a new consumer protection service.
Which? responds to Government consultation following botched insulation schemes
Which? has told a Government consultation that stronger consumer protections, qualified installers and cost-free redress are needed to restore trust after past insulation schemes.
Retailers join government plans for plug-in solar and consultation launched
Retailers including B&Q, Currys, Amazon and Lidl have joined government plans for plug-in solar, as DESNZ opened a consultation on enforcing safe consumer installation rules.
SSEN publishes customer guide on looped services
SSEN has published a customer guide and an example letter explaining looped electricity services, where two homes share one connection, and how it separates them.
Energy Saving Trust to continue overseeing Energy Redress Scheme payments under renewed Ofgem contract
Energy Saving Trust has announced a renewed contract with Ofgem to keep overseeing Energy Redress Scheme payments, the body confirmed on 15 June 2026.
Zapmap updates user charging tips guide
Zapmap has updated its quick tips guide for new electric car owners, drawing on advice from its users on charging, payment holds and running costs.
NAO report finds millions unaware of support with household bills as debt soars
The National Audit Office has found that debt to water and energy companies has passed £7 billion while millions of households remain unaware of social tariffs and repayment plans.
ECIU report quantifies household savings from net zero technologies
A report from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit estimates a typical household with insulation, a heat pump, solar with a battery and an electric vehicle saves almost £1,600 in 2026.
Five electrotechnical bodies issue joint statement urging caution on plug-in solar panels
Five electrotechnical bodies have told Government that plug-in solar panels should not reach the mass market until product standards, enforcement and installation rules are fully in place.
Community Energy Fund share offer surpasses £500,000 target
Low Carbon Hub's Community Energy Fund share offer has passed its £500,000 target early and stays open for over-raising up to £1.2 million for a community-owned battery storage project.
Ofgem publishes final PPM Market Compliance Review report
Ofgem's final prepayment meter market compliance review reports £7,037,003 in compensation, £13 million in debt written off and £55 million in support, with 1,925 wrongful installations found.
Government sets proposed Seventh Carbon Budget level at ~87% emissions reduction for 2038-42
The government has laid a draft Seventh Carbon Budget before Parliament, adopting the Climate Change Committee's advised target of around 87% emissions reduction for 2038 to 2042.
BEV market share reaches record 30.0% in June 2026
Battery electric cars took a record 30.0% share of UK new car registrations in June 2026, the highest monthly figure so far this year, but the SMMT says the market remains short of mandated targets.
New figures released on energy debt among UK households
Opinium research for the End Fuel Poverty Coalition finds 31% of UK adults are in energy debt or worried about falling behind, with a median debt of £750 among those owing money.
First LDES Cap and Floor window supported 16 projects
Ofgem has published minded-to decisions to give cap and floor investment support to 16 long-duration electricity storage projects totalling 7.6GW and 137GWh of capacity.
Government publishes consultation on consumer protection for home upgrades
The Government has opened a consultation on reforming consumer protection for home upgrades, with proposals for a single end-to-end service and a public register of approved installers.