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03.02.2022 - 14:25 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Millions of households across Scotland and the rest of the UK are facing an even bigger increase in their fuel bills from April when Ofgem announces its new energy price cap on Thursday.
The energy price cap, which acts as a backstop to limit the amount that households have to pay for default tariffs, now sits at £1,277, however, Cornwall Insights, an energy sector specialist, warns bills could rise to an eye-watering £1,915 a year, putting even further pressure on household finances.
However, Kevin Pratt, energy expert at price comparison and financial guidance platform, Forbes Advisor, shares 12 tips that could save you an impressive, and much needed £1,533 this year, on average.
Remembering to turn appliances off to standby mode could save households around £30 each year.
Most electrical and electronic appliances are safe to turn off at the plug without it affecting their programming - although it is best to check the user manual to be sure. You could even consider using a ‘standby saver’ that turns all devices off in one go.
You will also save electricity by not leaving laptops and mobile phones charging unnecessarily and by unplugging charger cables when they are not in use.
As well as turning plugs off at the socket, using kitchen appliances more carefully could save you around £36 each year.
This is broken down as follows:
Further money can be saved by taking simple steps such as using the kettle to boil water rather than a pan on the hob, ensuring saucepans fully cover the ring on the hob, batch cooking meals and turning the oven off a few minutes before your food has finished cooking.
If you are replacing appliances such as a fridge, dishwasher, washing machine or tumble dryer, try to choose one with a high energy
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The energy price cap will rise by 54 per cent from April this year, Ofgem has announced.