TNUoS Charges from 1st April 2026
TNUoS Charges from 1st April 2026 From 1 April 2026, many UK businesses may notice changes to their electricity standing charges. In some cases, the increase may appear significant. However, the cause is not a supplier price rise, but a change to an industry-wide network charge known as Transmission Network Use of System (TNUoS). Like […]
The Next Energy Crisis won’t be Oil
The Next Energy Crisis Won’t Be Oil For decades, energy crises were defined by oil. Tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, embargoes from OPEC, and price spikes in Brent Crude dominated headlines. But the structure of the global energy system has changed. The vulnerability today isn’t oil. It is gas. And more specifically, liquefied natural […]
Professional Scepticism
Professional Scepticism Soft Skill that Prevents Expensive Mistakes In business, we tend to separate ‘technical competence’ from ‘soft skill’. Technical skills win contracts.Soft skills help you ‘communicate better’. That distinction is misleading. Some of the most expensive commercial failures I’ve seen had nothing to do with intelligence, capability, or expertise. They were caused by something […]
Vineyard Overbilled £143k/yr on Electric
Kent Vineyard Overcharged £143k/yr When a newly established English vineyard began receiving its first electricity bills, the finance team noticed something alarming. The daily standing charge alone was costing hundreds of pounds, even before significant electricity usage was factored in. Although the supplier confirmed the charges matched the signed contract, the scale of the fixed […]
What to Expect from Energy Prices in 2026
What to Expect from Energy Prices in 2026. Lock In or Hold Fire? One of the most common questions business owners ask is simple: “Should I fix now or wait?” The answer, as the UK energy markets demonstrated in 2024 and 2025, is rarely straightforward. These two years provide a clear example of how market […]
How Patience in 2025 Paid Off
How Patience Paid Off in 2025’s Energy Market If 2024 was a year where early action paid off, 2025 told a very different story. After reaching high levels at the start of the year, UK gas and electricity prices entered a prolonged period of decline. For many businesses, patience proved to be a valuable asset. […]
How Hotels Cut Energy Costs
Running a hotel isn’t easy Between staff costs, food inflation, Online Travel Agency (OTA) commission & waste management fees, electricity and gas energy bills are another huge expense. Many owners accept their energy bills as a fixed cost. However, there are often hidden inefficiencies, missed exemptions, and poor procurement practices that waste money. […]
When Fake Reviews are a Business Model
Fake Reviews as a Business Model If you run a business, you will eventually encounter the fake review industry. It usually begins with unsolicited emails. I receive several each week offering to ‘improve your online reputation’ by providing positive reviews on platforms such as Trustpilot or Google. The emails typically promise fast results, guaranteed ratings, […]
Client Introductions
Client Introductions Individuals sometimes ask if they can introduce businesses that may benefit from an independent review of their energy contracts. This arrangement is intended for personal introductions, where the referrer knows the business owner or decision-maker and believes they would benefit from independent advice. Introductions should be made with the knowledge and consent of […]
Waiting in 2024 Cost Businesses Money
Why Waiting Cost Businesses Money in 2024’s Energy Market Throughout 2024, many UK businesses hoped that energy prices would fall further after the volatility of previous years. With memories of the energy crisis still fresh, it was understandable that decision-makers wanted reassurance before committing to new contracts. However, market data from tells a clear story: […]
