Consultation on a zonal energy pricing system lasted three years, with Octopus Energy among its biggest advocates.

New British Gas, OVO, EDF, Octopus and EON energy bill plans have been abandoned, according to reports. The Labour Party ...

THE boss of Octopus Energy has warned of “soaring” energy costs being “locked in for years to come” amid Ed Miliband reportedly ...

ED Miliband has reportedly ditched plans to introduce zonal pricing in the UK which would have given Scots cheaper electricity.

Industry pressure and investor concerns force government rethink on zonal pricing, despite potential benefits for Scotland.

The Express has contacted Ed Miliband's department for comment.

It would have meant people living near wind farms or other clean power projects - most common in upland rural areas - paying ...