Don’t get stung by energy bills

WHILE Ireland is distracted by the water crisis, energy companies have seized the chance to dramatically hike prices.

They have all followed each other in unveiling savage increases that are set to make it a winter of discontent for householders.

What consumers need to do now is examine their price plans and compare the cost of switching supplier.

Price comparison websites are making it easier to tell energy companies to get stuffed.

With the average dual fuel bill hovering around €1,800, it’s time these firms got a taste of their own medicine.