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What is actually happening in the UK broker commission market
Short, sourced briefings on the case law, the coming regulation of energy brokers, and the practical questions businesses ask us most often. Every piece links to its sources.
Regulation · 23 July 2026
Energy brokers are finally being brought into regulation. Here is where that stands.
Ofgem confirmed in July 2026 that it is preparing to regulate third-party intermediaries. Government intends to give it the power to set rules and require brokers to register before they can trade.
Practical guidance · 18 June 2026
Six things to look for in your own contract and bills
Before speaking to anyone, you can get a long way with the paperwork you already hold. Here is what is worth checking.
Practical guidance · 21 May 2026
Limitation: how far back can a business claim, and why waiting is expensive
The general limitation period in England and Wales is six years. Concealment can extend it, but nobody should plan around that.
Practical guidance · 16 April 2026
How commission hides in your unit rate: a worked example
Broker commission on a business energy contract is usually not a line on an invoice. It is added to the price per kilowatt hour, which is why it goes unnoticed for years.
Practical guidance · 12 March 2026
The Energy Ombudsman route: what it covers, and what it does not
For the smallest businesses there is a free complaints route that does not involve solicitors. It has real limits, and it is worth understanding both before choosing a path.
Case law · 4 February 2026
Expert Tooling v ENGIE: what the Supreme Court outcome means for business energy claims
The case has moved the argument away from the small print and towards what a business was actually told when it signed. That is a meaningful shift for anyone reviewing a broker-arranged contract.