https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/intelligentoctopus/Recent content in intelligentoctopus on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usFri, 24 Apr 2026 04:55:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/octopus-energy-sparks-outrage-with-sudden-price-hike-for-go-tariff-customers/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:55:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/octopus-energy-sparks-outrage-with-sudden-price-hike-for-go-tariff-customers/Octopus Energy has sparked widespread backlash after announcing a substantial price increase for its Intelligent Octopus Go and Octopus Go customers with under two weeks' notice. In a recent email, the energy provider cited “global volatility” stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as the primary cause for the price surge. Standing charges will rise by approximately 52p per day, effective from May 1. Many customers across Birmingham and beyond expressed frustration on social media, with complaints highlighting the short notice and questioning the timing of the increase.