Exact date millions of households must take meter reading ahead of energy price cap change

MILLIONS of households across England, Scotland, and Wales will see their energy bills shoot up from October 1.

The energy watchdog, Ofgem, has confirmed that the new energy price cap will be 10% higher than it was from April to July.

According to the regulator, the new cap will increase typical bills from £1,568 to £1,717 a year – an increase of £149.

However, it also says that the cap is £117 cheaper...