Energy firm puts up prices by 9%

Peterborough Energy, a partnership between the city council and OVO, has increased its prices by nine per cent for new and renewing customers.
File photo: Press AssociationFile photo: Press Association
File photo: Press Association

The council said residents could still save money by switching over, but that there will be cheaper deals on the market. A spokesman said over 5,500 households had saved an average of £233 on their annual energy bills after switching.