Sign up to energy switch scheme
Residents can now sign up to the latest energy switching scheme, which could help them save money on their bills.
Dudley Council is once again teaming up with iChoosr to take part in the Big Community Switch.
The switching scheme is part of a national government initiative, which sees councils coming together and taking part in a collective energy switching auction.
By joining together, they are able to get the very best energy deals through the power of bulk buying.
People can register until December 9 and, once registered, will receive an offer immediately.
They will then have the option of switching energy supplier to the company offering the best deal. There is however no obligation to switch.
Councillor Ian Bevan, cabinet member for housing and communities, said:
“Switching energy suppliers can be daunting, but this helps households have access to competitive deals, including exclusive tariffs, through a hassle-free process.
“The auction could offer savings, so I would encourage people to see whether they could benefit from this collective scheme. It’s free and there’s no obligation to switch, but the more people who sign up, the greater the deal potentially.”
To register with Dudley’s Big Switch, visit the council’s website, www.dudley.gov.uk/bigswitch
Residents will need to have their current tariff details and fuel usage (shown on their most recent bill) to hand.
Anyone who is in debt with their energy bills is advised to speak to the council’s energy advice line before registering to switch. They can be contacted on 01384 817086.