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03/10/2022
Firmus 56.3% Gas Price Increase Comes Into Effect
The Firmus Energy gas price increase kicks in today, 03 October.
On 06 September the energy firm announced a 56.3% rise in gas prices in the Greater Belfast and Ten Towns network areas.
The change in tariffs will mean an extra £15.50 per week on to the average household bill for the Ten Towns Network area and £16.22 per week for the Greater Belfast Network area.
Niall Martindale, Chief Executive of firmus energy, said: “We know this is a very difficult time for many households and businesses and we urge any of our customers who need further support to call our dedicated local team to discuss ways in which we can help."
On 06 September the energy firm announced a 56.3% rise in gas prices in the Greater Belfast and Ten Towns network areas.
The change in tariffs will mean an extra £15.50 per week on to the average household bill for the Ten Towns Network area and £16.22 per week for the Greater Belfast Network area.
Niall Martindale, Chief Executive of firmus energy, said: “We know this is a very difficult time for many households and businesses and we urge any of our customers who need further support to call our dedicated local team to discuss ways in which we can help."
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