Heating oil customers face tough winter
Summary
Prices for heating oil have risen by up to 82% since the start of the US-Israeli war with Iran. People in rural areas are finding it hard to afford heating their homes this winter, despite new government plans to regulate the market and support low-income families.Key Facts
- Heating oil prices have nearly doubled since the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran began.
- Some customers are delaying buying heating oil, hoping prices will drop.
- The government plans to tighten rules around heating oil sales to increase competition and protect customers.
- Minimum order amounts for heating oil purchases will be reviewed to help buyers.
- Rural communities without regular energy connections are most affected by price increases.
- A £53 million government support package was announced to assist low-income households using heating oil.
- Some people plan to use less heating this winter due to high costs.
- Customers are looking for ways to spread heating oil costs over time to manage expenses.
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