Last mentioned: Mar 18, 2026
Migration Deadline
Target date for the majority of legacy benefit claimants to have moved to UC.
New Cap Implementation
New, potentially higher energy rates take effect for millions of UK households.
The Crunch Point
Ofgem expected to announce the Price Cap for July-September, likely reflecting recent wholesale spikes.
Price Cap Reduction
Regulated energy bills drop by 6.7%; existing fixes cut by up to 9%.
Regulatory Implementation
New energy price cap levels take effect across all standard variable tariffs in the UK.
Price Cap Implementation
The new Ofgem regulatory price cap officially takes effect for all variable tariffs.
National Meter Reading Day
Consumers urged to submit readings to lock in prices before the cap change.
Switching Deadline
Recommended final date to apply for new fixed-rate deals to ensure processing before April 1.
Lewis Penalty Warning
Martin Lewis issues high-profile alert regarding the £100 fine risk.
Lewis Intervention
Martin Lewis issues a public warning for consumers to switch or fix before the deadline.
Lewis Advisory Issued
Martin Lewis issues national warning for households to review energy tariffs.
Miliband-Lewis Briefing
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband calls Martin Lewis to discuss wholesale price volatility.
Cap Announcement
The regulator officially announces the new price cap levels effective from Q2.
Wholesale Monitoring
Ofgem begins the assessment period for wholesale energy costs to determine the April cap.
Migration Acceleration
DWP begins accelerated migration for those on Tax Credits only.
Financial expert Martin Lewis has alerted Universal Credit claimants previously on Tax Credits to a potential £100 fine for failing to finalize legacy claims. The warning highlights critical administrative friction in the DWP's 'managed migration' process as legacy benefits are phased out.
Consumer advocate Martin Lewis has issued a critical directive for UK households to review energy contracts before the April 1 price cap adjustment. The warning comes as shifting wholesale costs and regulatory updates threaten to increase household utility expenditures.
Financial expert Martin Lewis has issued an urgent call for UK households to review their energy tariffs before the April 1 price cap adjustment. The recommendation focuses on locking in fixed rates or switching providers to mitigate potential cost increases as the regulatory landscape shifts.
Personal finance expert Martin Lewis has issued a stark warning that UK energy bills represent a 'ticking time bomb' due to rising wholesale costs linked to conflict in Iran. While prices are set to fall in April, a significant 'crunch time' is expected in May when the next regulatory price cap is announced.