Utility Regulator welcomes 7.86% cut to Firmus Energy gas tariffs
- Love Ballymena
- Sep 4
- 2 min read
The Utility Regulator has confirmed that Firmus Energy’s regulated gas tariff for customers in Northern Ireland’s Ten Towns area will fall by 7.86% from 1 October 2025.
The announcement follows a formal tariff review, which began in August, and will reduce the average annual bill for a standard credit customer to around £935.
Colin Broomfield, Director of Markets at the Utility Regulator, said:
“In August 2025, we began a formal review of the regulated tariff for Firmus Energy (Ten Towns area). Following this analysis, we have determined that Firmus Energy’s regulated tariff will decrease by 7.86%.
“Firmus Energy’s decrease of 7.86% will come into effect from 1 October 2025. This will mean that the average annual bill for a standard credit customer will be approximately £935.
“We are finalising the regulated tariff reviews for Power NI and SSE Airtricity Gas Supply, with an announcement due on Friday 5 September. A comparison of all Northern Ireland’s regulated tariffs, with the GB price cap and Ireland, will be provided then.”
Mr Broomfield added that many households and businesses remain under financial pressure from energy bills:
“We recognise that many households and businesses are still struggling with their energy costs. If you are worried about paying for your electricity or gas, we would encourage you to contact your supplier in the first instance, to make them aware of your circumstances, and discuss the options available.
“In addition, there are a number of agencies who can provide free and independent advice to households, including Advice NI, Christians Against Poverty, the Consumer Council and Money and Pensions Service’s MoneyHelper.”
The tariff change is the result of a review carried out by the Utility Regulator and Firmus Energy, in consultation with the Department for the Economy and the Consumer Council for Northern Ireland.
Announcements on the outcome of tariff reviews for other regulated suppliers, including Power NI and SSE Airtricity Gas Supply, are expected this week.
