ONE of the largest energy providers in the State is increasing its electricity prices next month. Bord Gáis Energy said domestic electricity bills would go up by 7.4pc from April 12, adding €80 a year to the average bill. Mr Cassidy said that there is upward pressure on wholesale gas prices in recent weeks, prompting the price rises. Earlier this month, SSE Airtricity said it was increasing electricity prices by 6.2pc from April 1. The PSO levy is a Government levy that is charged to all electricity customers in Ireland – mainly to fund wind power.

Source: Irish Independent March 12, 2021 14:23 UTC