Energy customers urged to switch

Residential landlords who offer properties on an all-bills-included basis could be among the Britons losing out on £3.6 billion in savings each year.

This is the amount price comparison service moneysupermarket.com said is left on the table by energy customers who remain loyal to their suppliers.

According to the organisation, switching to a new supplier or an online deal could save each household around £354 each year.

Scott Byrom, utilities manager at moneysupermarket.com, said small reductions in gas prices and no decrease in electricity rates will be a "big disappointment" to customers following the recent cold snap.

"Unfortunately, languishing on your incumbent providers' standard deals won't be rewarded either, but will ensure Brits continue to pay through the nose for their gas and electricity," he added.

The expert advised energy customers to check out deals from new entrants to the market like OVO Energy, as new tariffs mean these companies are offering cheaper dual fuel deals than the so called "big six" energy providers.

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