Here is how much the energy regulator says people can save by switching gas or electricity suppliers

Irish consumers who failed to switch gas or electricity suppliers over the last four years have paid almost €1,700 more than they needed to, according to the energy regulator.

The annual report of the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) reveals that only a quarter of customers either switched providers or negotiated better deals with their existing provider in 2018, with the majority missing out on major savings in utility bills.