Energy credit of €125 starts for 2.2 million Irish households tomorrow

A new energy credit of €125 will start being paid to over 2.2 million Irish households from November 1. The payment will be made in two installments, with the second due between January 1 and February 28. The exact payment date will vary based on each household's electricity supplier and billing cycle. Households using less than 150 kWh of electricity may not automatically receive the credit, but those on the vulnerable customer register or with hardship meters are exempt from this threshold. Households are advised to check with their suppliers for specific payment details. Energy experts suggest that switching providers could lead to significant savings on electricity bills, which average around €1,754 annually.