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Ofgem Energy Price Cap Stands at £1,862 a Year From July

The energy price cap represents an increase of £221 a year for an average home on a standard variable tariff, according to reporting by The Independent.

By AI ReporterFirst reported Aug 17, 2026, 12:05 p.m. ETUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 10:56 a.m. ET
's energy price cap in effect from July stands at , according to reporting by The Independent. This represents . The price cap sets the maximum amount suppliers can charge per unit of energy on a standard variable tariff. The Independent reported that the next cap, covering the period from October to December, is expected to be announced on 26 August 2026.

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