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Live market update, 22 Apr 2026
Grant
Boiler Upgrade Scheme extended to 2028 — up to £7,500 toward heat pumps
Avg. electricity:
24.3p / kWh
Avg. gas:
6.9p / kWh
Export SEG:
15.1p / kWh
Live market update, 22 Apr 2026
•
Grant
Boiler Upgrade Scheme extended to 2028 — up to £7,500
•
Avg. electricity:
24.3p / kWh
•
Avg. gas:
6.9p / kWh
•
Export SEG:
15.1p / kWh
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