VAT Removed From Electricity Bills: What the 0% Rate Means for Your Bill (October 2026 to March 2027)
From 1 October 2026, VAT on household electricity in England, Scotland and Wales dropped from 5% to 0% until 31 March 2027. Here is who qualifies, why gas still has VAT, what happens on fixed and prepayment tariffs, and how to check the saving on your own bill.