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Before the deregulation of the gas and electricity market in 1990, customers had to take their gas and electricity supplies from whoever had the monopoly on the supply to their local area.

However, since deregulation customers are free to switch to whichever supplier they choose. This freedom has enabled customers to compare the plans offered by all suppliers and switch to the plan that offers them the cheapest gas and electricity.

It may surprise you to know that your postcode can affect the rates you are charged for your gas and electricity. Some suppliers offer cheaper rates in areas where they’ve previously had relatively few customers to attract new customers. While customers who live in a supplier’s “local region”, the region they had a monopoly in before deregulation, could find themselves paying more for the same plan.

The best way to ensure you have a cheap gas and electricity plan is to compare and switch with uSwitch.

Gas and electricity suppliers are always looking to sign up new customers and could be offering a discounted rate on some plans in your region. Don’t miss out on discounts and cheap gas and electricity deals available in your region today. Use our local search to see a sample of the plans and savings available.