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Worried about rising energy bills? Switch Together could help.

8:53 am, Wednesday, 16th September 2026 - 31 seconds ago

Homes and property

People may be worried about the recent announcement that the Ofgem price cap will rise by 4% on 1 October. That means if you are currently on a variable or standard tariff, your energy bills will go up on 1 October. For many, fixing your tariff offers peace of mind, but choosing the best tariff can often be confusing.  

North East Lincolnshire Council has partnered with Switch Together Energy again – the national energy switching initiative formerly known as Big Community Switch, to help local residents save money on their bills while accessing tariffs backed by 100% renewable electricity.

Switch Together brings households from across the country together to negotiate exclusive, fixed-rate energy deals with trusted, vetted suppliers. By joining forces, communities can secure better value than they might achieve alone.

Although the Scheme has a new name, Switch Together still offers the same trusted service – only now it’s bigger, national, and able to unlock even more benefits, including:

  • Even better energy deals through collective buying power
  • Protection against future price rises
  • Access to exclusive tariffs backed by 100% renewable electricity
  • A hassle-free, no-obligation switching process

Here’s how it works:

  1. Register for free online.
  2. Energy suppliers compete to offer the most competitive tariff.
  3. You’ll receive a personalised offer based on your energy usage.
  4. Take time to review the offer and compare it with your current tariff.
  5. You have four weeks to decide whether to accept the offer.
  6. If you choose not to switch, there is nothing more you need to do.

Key Dates

  • Registration opened: Monday 17 August
  • Auction date: Tuesday 29 September

To register and find out more, visit: Collective Energy Switch | North East Lincolnshire Counci

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