UK households can avoid energy exit fees by switching providers in the final 49 days of their contract

UK households can avoid energy exit fees by switching providers in the final 49 days of their fixed contract. Suppliers typically charge £25 to £50 per fuel for early termination of a one-year fix, but this fee is waived during the last 49 days of the contract. This rule change allows customers to switch without penalty, even if locked into a fixed deal, with the switching process generally taking about five working days.