ENERGY bills will rise for millions of households next week when the new price cap comes into effect.
The cap will increase by 1.2%, adding £21 a year to the typical bill of a household with a dual fuel tariff that pays via direct debit.
GettyHouseholds need to submit a meter reading to make sure their bills are accurate[/caption]Households will now spend £1,738 a year on their energy, up from £1,717 under the previous cap.
The threshold shows how much an average...