Major Increases to Electricity Standing Charges – What Businesses Need to Know

From April 2026, businesses with Half-Hourly (HH) or large-consuming Non-Half-Hourly (NHH) electricity meters will see a sharp rise in standing charges - in some cases by £1,000 -£3,000 per year. These changes are part of the Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) programme, which will reshape how energy use and network costs are calculated.

This update is particularly relevant for businesses whose contracts include pass-through charges such as TNUoS (Transmission Network Use of System). If your contract is due for renewal - or runs beyond April 2026 - it’s important to review it now, as costs may

increase mid-term or at your next renewal.

To help BID members prepare, Eyebright Utilities are offering free reviews to:

• Confirm your meter classification and whether you’ll be affected

• Review contract terms and highlight any pass-through costs

• Forecast potential cost impacts to support budgetingIdentify and avoid double-charging risks

Acting early can help secure budget certainty and prevent surprises when the new charging structure takes effect. To book your free review, contact Michael Dogan at m.dogan@eyebrightutilities.co.uk

*Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be taken as financial advice.