As temperatures fall, the cost of heating homes is set to increase from the start of next year.
The energy price cap is rising from January, meaning higher energy bills for families already struggling with the cost of living.
Households who rely more on electricity will be hardest hit.
The increase is down to government policy costs, such as funding nuclear power projects.
Follow STV News on WhatsApp
Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
