Energy Payment Dates announced for Northern Ireland

BEIS has announced today when the £600 payment will be made for NI consumers – see; https://www.gov.uk/guidance/getting-household-energy-bill-support-in-northern-ireland If you’re a direct debit customer, £600 will be deposited directly into your bank account between 16 January and 28 February 2023. BEIS advise, if you don’t receive the payment, please wait until after 28 February to contact … Read moreEnergy Payment Dates announced for Northern Ireland

Energy customers to get £600 in January 2023

NIOF welcomed the news today that oil customers are to receive their £200 on top of the £400 energy payment in January 2023. David Blevings said, “while the payment is welcome, the timing could have been better as most consumers’ budgeted for this cash to arrive before Christmas. We understand that the £600 credit will … Read moreEnergy customers to get £600 in January 2023

Oil stocks low as demand increases ahead of winter says NIOF

David Blevings, spokesperson for NIOF said, “We have seen unprecedented demand for home heating oil during August as prices moved lower in the early part of the month and consumers sought to replenish stocks ahead of winter. However, this demand has outstripped supply and distributors are reporting low levels of stock currently. Distributors must forecast … Read moreOil stocks low as demand increases ahead of winter says NIOF

Oil deliveries continue as normal says NIOF

The NI Oil Federation has advised that oil deliveries are continuing as normal despite the strong demand, but some customers may see some delay due to the volume of orders. David Blevings from the Northern Ireland Oil Federation (NIOF) commented, “Deliveries are continuing as normal, unfortunately at increased prices due to the conflict in Ukraine. … Read moreOil deliveries continue as normal says NIOF

Oil price drop is good news for oil consumers says NIOF

David Blevings, spokesperson for NIOF said, “Oil prices are falling sharply on the back of decreasing demand and increasing stocks. With most countries introducing isolation tactics and closing non-essential businesses we are starting to see signs of distress in the oil market with oil stocks surging and demand falling sharply. The drop in price is … Read moreOil price drop is good news for oil consumers says NIOF

Oil deliveries continue as normal but please observe social distancing says NIOF

David Blevings, spokesperson for NIOF said, “During this challenging period oil deliveries are continuing as normal. Oil distributors and their employees are deemed key workers and service is continuing as normal. Due to the high demand consumers may experience a short delay in their delivery but rest assured, the industry is working flat out to … Read moreOil deliveries continue as normal but please observe social distancing says NIOF

Oil Prices post gains after Saudi attack

After the recent drone attack in Saudi oil prices are spiking in anticipation of a potential reduction in global oil supply. David Blevings, spokesperson for the Northern Ireland Oil Federation said, “The recent attack on the Saudi oil infrastructure is pushing prices higher. However, the Saudi Government has announced that it will make up any … Read moreOil Prices post gains after Saudi attack

“Oil prices moving lower is good news for consumers”, says NIOF”

Responding to last week’s article in the Derry Journal that claimed that “Derry and the poor are paying more for oil”.David Blevings, spokesperson for the Northern Ireland Oil Federation (NIOF) said, “Contrary to the article, oil prices are actually moving lower and we have seen up to 5ppl knocked off retail home heat costs this … Read more“Oil prices moving lower is good news for consumers”, says NIOF”

“Oil price rise on geopolitical tensions”, says NIOF

The NI Oil Federation has advised that oil prices are rising on the back of global events.  David Blevings, spokesperson for the Federation said, “Unfortunately the instability and concern around the Trump decision to withdraw from the Iran deal has made traders nervous and is adding a premium to crude oil prices. In turn this … Read more“Oil price rise on geopolitical tensions”, says NIOF