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So what are you waiting for? Get started here 👉 bit.ly/BG_SavingsCalc
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Meet our Money Saving Engineers 👩🏿🔧👨🏻🔧👨🏽🔧
They’re tooled up to help bring your bills down. From easy changes you can make for free, to energy-saving Hive products, new energy-efficient boilers, or HomeCare cover that keeps it all working.
Bish bosh, less dosh.
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Our prepayment customers are some of the most in need right now. So we’re giving £10m of support to those who are struggling with their energy bills.
If you’re eligible, we’ll contact you directly – there's no need to apply.
Find out more: bit.ly/BGenergysuppor
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Thinking of upgrading to an air source heat pump? 🍃
Our prices now start from £2,999 & if you find a lower quote elsewhere, we’ll match it.
No ifs, no buts. Just the greenest way to heat your home – at the best price.
Find out more: bit.ly/BG_Heatpumps
T&C's apply
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Icy weather is here again! Sub-zero temperatures can freeze your pipes and cause boiler breakdowns. Leaving you without heating or hot water ❄️
But it's easy to thaw them out using a hot water bottle (or just hot water). Here’s how:
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We’re continuing our work with the Post Office & British Gas Energy Trust to run community pop-ups across GB this winter.
Trained advisors will be on hand to help you manage your money, save on bills & access extra support.
More info👉bit.ly/British-Gas-Po
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Qualify for the Warm Home Discount? You’ll get a confirmation letter from the government by mid-January. And we’ll automatically apply it by the end of March.
The government decides who gets it – not us. But it’s easy to check if you're eligible 👉 bit.ly/BG-WHD-Check
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A huge thank you to @EnergyBritish partner charities and volunteers that helped the British Gas Post Office Pop-Ups happen this year. With your help, we hosted 102 events in 53 communities across GB. We couldn’t have done it without you!👍Pop-ups 2023: bit.ly/British-Gas-Po
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No heating or hot water? The most common cause of boiler breakdowns in sub-zero temperatures are frozen pipes.
It’s easy to fix yourself with just a little hot water or hot water bottle – here’s how: bit.ly/FixFrozenPipes
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We’re here to help you with your energy bills.
If you have an energy debt of £250 to £1,500, you could be eligible for a British Gas Energy Trust grant to help you to clear your debt.
Find out more and apply now: bit.ly/BGET_grant
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Our engineers are responding to call-outs across the nation, to fix broken boilers & heating.
We’re also generating more sustainable energy & drawing more gas from our newly reopened UK gas storage facility.
As always, we’re committed to getting Britain through the winter.
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No heating or hot water? It’s set to be a chilly few days, so with freezing temperatures this could be down to a frozen pipe.
Don't worry if they have – it can be a simple fix with hot water, or even a hot water bottle. Here's how to thaw them: bit.ly/FixFrozenPipes
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Brrrr! This weekend’s set to be a chilly one ❄️🧣
Take a look at our top tips for keeping your home warm this cold snap ☞bit.ly/BG_WarmHome
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9 days to go: Don't miss out on the £324 #CostOfLivingPayment as a recipient of #PensionCredit - submit your application for Pension Credit before 18 Dec 2022
Did you know, if you get Pension Credit you could also get a discount on your Council Tax?
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Don’t pay for energy you’re not using.
If you don’t have a smart meter, submitting monthly meter readings is the 🗝 to accurate bills – and making sure you only pay for the energy you use.
Not sure how to do it? Our handy guide can help: bit.ly/take-submit-me.
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Switching your heating back on? Problems can happen when your boiler's been off for so long.
But don’t worry. If something does go wrong, our trusted engineers are ready to sort it 🔧
Tap the link and book your hassle-free repair in minutes: bit.ly/Boiler_Repairs
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The British Gas Black Friday Boiler sale is here! 🛍️🎉
Buy a new boiler and we’ll give you a Hive Thermostat Mini for FREE. Together, they could lower your energy bills by up to £1,150 a year 🙌
But be quick, sale ends Monday 👉 bit.ly/BG_Boiler
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Get winter ready with the HomeCare Black Friday Sale 🙌❄️
Get 15% off select boiler & heating cover, plus a FREE gift card worth up to £50 to spend at Britain's top retailers! Then say goodbye to big repair bills this winter 😌
Hurry, sale ends Monday 👉 bit.ly/BGHomeCare
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Live in Scotland and qualify for the Warm Home Discount scheme?
Applications are now open – although you may get it automatically, depending on your benefits.
(In England or Wales? You don’t need to apply this year)
Find if you need to apply and how: bit.ly/WHDBG
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If you're eligible for the government's £650 cost of living payment, you'll automatically get your second instalment of £324 by 23rd Nov. There's no need to apply.
It'll be paid into your bank account, not to us. And remember, it's separate to the £400 that every household gets.
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We’re doubling down on our commitment to the Forces & recognising the role they play in our business by re-signing the Armed Forces Covenant🥈
We've recruited over 130 ex-forces members & plan to reach 500 hires by 2023 as part of our efforts to help our customers get to net zero
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We’ve partnered with to raise awareness of the British Gas Energy Trust, which helps people struggling to pay their energy bills.
Find out how they can help – no matter who your supplier is 👉 britishgas.co.uk/energy/british
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Turning your thermostat down by just 1°C could knock around 10% off your energy bill.
Just keep it between 18-21°C for a warm and comfy home 🏡
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If you’re struggling with money and energy debt, you could be eligible for extra help including a free energy grant of up to £1,500 via the British Gas Energy Trust. This is on top of the government support.
See if you qualify and how to apply
bit.ly/BGEnergySuppor
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Looking to reduce your carbon footprint at home? According to our Net Zero Index report, 71% of people agreed that reducing their carbon footprint was the right thing to do. From simple switches to the latest green tech, we can help you get started here 👉 bit.ly/BGNetZero
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Have a discount voucher for your electric key or smart prepayment meter?
Don't forget to redeem it at the Post Office within 3 months of the date on your letter – otherwise, it'll expire.
Get more on the gov’s energy support: bit.ly/EBSS-payment
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Our Energy for Tomorrow program helps to deliver affordable, accessible and sustainable energy solutions for everyone by:
💚 Supporting communities
💷 Funding innovation
👨🏫 Donating expertise
Find out more 👉
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Winter's around the corner. So it's worth checking your heating to make sure your home is ready for the cold & running efficiently. Here are two things you can do:
🌡️bleed your radiators
⏲️repressurise your boiler
Find more ways to winter-proof your home: bit.ly/winter-proof-h
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#ad It’s time to clear up the energy confusion. I’m working with to give you straight answers on your energy. Head over to my Instagram and submit your Qs. Or visit a British Gas pop-up for in-person answers
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"My dad took his own life when I was 24, I've suffered with depression and anxiety."
Rapper & mental health campaigner Professor Green on why he backs the British Gas and Post Office partnership supporting local charities in providing help and advice.
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#ad I went down to the first British Gas Post Office Pop-up in Hackney on Monday and spoke to members of the community who were struggling and unsure where to turn to for advice
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#ad Earlier this week and announced they are teaming up with money and energy advisers from funded organisations to offer free advice and support to vulnerable communities at local post offices
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We’ve launched our pop-ups with to help people get money & energy advice.
rapper and mental health campaigner, is helping us to raise awareness and encourage people to seek the support available.
Find out more👉 bit.ly/British-Gas-Po
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ad. With energy bills going up, people are confused and worried. So @BritishGas and @PostOffice Pop-Ups are offering free advice and support via @EnergyBritish advisers. To find a Pop-Up near you, visit the British Gas website or find them on social
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If you haven’t had it already, the first payment of £66 will be with you soon.
But exactly when and how you’ll get it depends on how you pay for your electricity. Find out when you’ll receive your payment 👉 bit.ly/EBSS-payment
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We’re continuing our work with Post Office & British Gas Energy Trust to run community pop-ups across GB.
We'll be on hand with trained advisors to help you manage your money, save on bills & access extra support.
See where we’ll be and when 👉 bit.ly/British-Gas-Po
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The gov's Energy Bills Support Scheme will give every household a £400 discount on their energy bills. It’ll be paid across 6 months, starting in Oct. And how and when you get it will depend on how you pay for energy. Find out what it means for you 👉 bit.ly/EBSS-discount
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Live in Wales and get Universal Credit or other benefits?
You could be eligible for the new Wales fuel support scheme – a one-off £200 payment to help with winter bills.
Applications are now open via your local authority. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/BG-wales-suppo
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The Energy Price Guarantee starts today.
If you haven’t already, send a meter reading and we’ll keep your bill accurate 👉 bit.ly/meter-read-BG
Have a smart meter or Pay As You Go? You don’t need to send a reading.
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Confused about the new price cap? £2,500 is what an average household will pay. Your bill might be lower or higher depending on how much energy you use.
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1. Take a note of your meter read before the Energy Price Guarantee starts on 1st Oct.
2. Send it via our online form before 14th Oct.👉 bit.ly/meter-read-BG .
We’ll use it to keep your bill accurate.
Have a smart meter or Pay As You Go meter? You don’t need to send a read.
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