SSE Airtricity is to increase its regulated natural gas prices by just under 19%, with a typical household bill set to rise by £14 a month based on average consumption. The price change comes into effect from 1 October 2026 for all regulated domestic and small business customers.
The company says that the price change is as a result of the continued volatility in global energy markets due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East with wholesale gas prices remaining high.
SSE Airtricity is a price-controlled, regulated supplier of natural gas to over 200,000^ homes and small business customers in Northern Ireland. This change follows an independent review of our tariff conducted by the Utility Regulator, alongside consultation with the Consumer Council and the Department for the Economy.
Stephen Gallagher, Managing Director SSE Airtricity said:
“We understand that this will be disappointing news for our customers, and we recognise that energy costs remain a real concern for households and businesses across Northern Ireland.
“SSE Airtricity has a track record in passing on price reductions when we are in a position to do so, and over the last year we reduced tariffs on two occasions by a total of 16.6%.
“However, the unprecedented levels of volatility in global energy markets and higher wholesale gas prices means we now have no choice but to increase tariffs at this time.
“I would encourage any customer concerned about their energy bills to please contact us and we will work with you to find a solution together.”
Customers seeking advice can speak to the SSE Airtricity Customer Services team on 0345 900 5253 or contact them online by visiting sseairtricitygasni.com/help-and-advice/.
For free and independent advice on how to save energy customers can contact NI Energy Advice Line on 0800 111 4455 or the Consumer Council on 0800 121 6022.