The current price cap for a typical household paying by direct debit for gas and electricity is £1,641

Ofgem will on Wednesday reveal the level of the annual energy price cap for July to September as predictions suggests a 13% rise is on the way.

The Ofgem price cap does not put a limit on how much you can pay for energy - instead, it sets the maximum unit rates and standing charges

The average household using both electricity and gas will see an increase of about £18 per month.

Households are set to pay an additional £221 each year

Small changes, from using LED lightbulbs, to sealing windows, can help reduce the cost.