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Energy—shopping around and switching contracts

Date published: 6th August 2012

When you purchase gas and electricity from an energy retailer, you are entering a contract. Even if you move into a new property and start using electricity and gas without contacting any retailer, you will automatically have a ‘deemed’ contract.

This publication has tips and contact information when switching contracts. A good way to shop around and see what other retailers offer is by using a comparison website.

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An electronic version of this publication is available at no cost.

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