15 May 2025
Regulatory
Ofgem has consulted on broker regulation several times in the past decade. Each time, the outcome has been weaker than the consultation suggested. Here is where the regulatory position stands and why the courts remain the primary route to recovery.
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2 May 2025
Case Studies
The commission rate was 1.8p per kWh across two sites. Their broker had told them the service was free. An overview of how the case was identified, assessed, and settled in eleven months.
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18 Apr 2025
Market Analysis
Most business owners understand that energy brokers earn money somewhere. Few understand exactly how the commission is built into the unit rate they sign. This article explains the mechanics without jargon.
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5 Apr 2025
Hospitality
High energy volumes, multiple meters, and frequent broker renewals make hospitality businesses particularly exposed. An analysis of the claims we have handled in the sector over the past two years.
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20 Mar 2025
Legal
Not every third party who arranges your energy contract calls themselves a broker. The legal duty to disclose a commission may apply regardless of the label, depending on the nature of the arrangement.
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7 Mar 2025
Manufacturing
Energy is a major cost line for UK manufacturers, which means broker commissions built into contracts over five or ten years can be substantial. What manufacturers need to know before approaching their contracts.
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