Covid-19
Lessons learnt from Covid-19
– Profiteering utility companies: Many utility companies profiteered during Covid-19 when production of gas and electricity generation demand had reduced. The market should have dropped in price due to reduced demand and more capacity.
– Monopoly creation by removing white labels: Utility companies cut commercial connections to white label (companies selling main utility supplies under another name e.g. M&S, Bionic, etc.,) to increase market share, then inflated utility prices to match one another.
– Monopoly creation by price fixing across industry: Energy4 alerted OfGem to price fixing, however emails were ignored. OfGem remains a resolving door for the utility sector. Example: Nuclear utility costs increased on par with oil, gas, coal and wood tertiary fuel sources, sudden increase was not justified. Nuclear fuel materials purchased in 5 to 7 year increments. Oil and Gas is purchased and bunkered in 5-7 year increments.
– Using past wars for utility increases: OfGem ignored complaints that utility companies could claim the war in Ukraine in 2020 caused in inflation in gas prices. Gas intake from Russia stood at 4%. This dropped to 1.3% by 2021. Ukraine was invaded in 2014 with illegal annexation in 2016. Georgia was invaded in 2012, yet no utility increase.
– Long term contracts help you as a business owner
– Do not act socially and economically incentive during a pandemic: Companies who fired staff during the pandemic whilst claiming full government bailout lost clients and online ratings.
– Importance of Public Health Infrastructure: The pandemic highlighted the need for robust public health systems and preparedness for future health crises.
– Global Cooperation: Effective response to global health threats requires international collaboration and information sharing.
– Flexibility in Work and Education: Remote work and online learning became essential, showing the importance of digital infrastructure and flexibility.
– Mental Health Awareness: The pandemic underscored the significance of mental health and the need for accessible mental health services.
– Scientific Innovation: Rapid development and deployment of vaccines demonstrated the power of scientific research and innovation.
– Hygiene Practices: Simple measures like handwashing, mask-wearing, and social distancing proved effective in reducing the spread of the virus.
– Resilience and Adaptability: Communities and individuals showed remarkable resilience and adaptability in the face of unprecedented challenges.
These lessons can help us better prepare for future pandemics and improve our overall health and well-being.
Covid-19 Vs. Energy4
During this Covid-19 Coronavirus outbreak
• Energy4 has been trading since 2013 and will continue to sell until further notice.
• Energy4 will abide by UK government guidelines on distancing.
• It was identified that during the difficult times, customers were made aware of the market.
• Customers should never have accepted the first quote provided by their current Supplier. Renewals are always higher. Let Energy4 offer you with a quote from the whole of the market.
• We at Energy4 will continue to provide help to all business who have missed their contract-end-dates during Covid-19.
• Energy4 will continue to be at this business address. There are no alternative business addresses or telephone numbers to use.
• During Covid-19, our business has provided information to Trading Standards and the Police that criminals have been contacting customers as:
– Fake Utility companies
– Fake Telecom internet companies
Their output was to acquire bank details. Financial information never to be discussed over the telephone form unknown number or unknown email. If in doubt, hang up and call your utility and telecom provider directly. Customers should remain vigilant. Matters that require business customers attention are in the post, that includes your company account details.
If in doubt, report to Action Fraud – click here – https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/
Thank you for your time in reading this message
Thomas Collier
Director – Energy4
Further information about Covid-19 from the NHS – https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
Further information about Covid-19 from the NHS – https://www.covid19.nhs.uk/
Further information about Covid-19 from the WHO – https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
Business Advice as of 14/10/2020
Coronavirus (Covid-19) support is available to businesses from the UK Government.
Loans, tax relief and cash grants are available.
Employers can apply for staff to get up to 80% pay if they can’t work.
Self-employed people can receive up to £2,500 per month in grants for at least three months
Working safely during coronavirus (Covid-19)
Find out how to make your workplace Covid-19 secure.
Applies to: England (see guidance for Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland)
These 14 guides cover a range of different types of work. Many businesses operate more than one type of workplace, such as an office, factory and fleet of vehicles. You may need to use more than one of these guides as you think through what you need to do to keep people safe. Priority actions are outlined at the top of each guide.
Link – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/working-safely-during-coronavirus-covid-19
NHS Test and Trace in the workplace
Guidance on NHS Test and Trace for employers, businesses and workers.
NHS Test and Trace:
provides testing for anyone who has symptoms of coronavirus to find out if they have the virus
gets in touch with anyone who has had a positive test result to help them share information about any close recent contacts they have had
alerts those contacts, where necessary, and notifies them they need to self-isolate to help stop the spread of the virus
By following instructions to self-isolate, people who have had recent close contact with someone with coronavirus will be protecting their family, friends, colleagues. Whilst also protecting other people around them and will play a direct role in stopping the spread of the virus.
This information provided about Covid-19
Link – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/nhs-test-and-trace-workplace-guidance
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Protecting yourself and others from COVID-19
Protecting yourself and others from COVID-19 involves several key practices:
Get Vaccinated: Vaccines are highly effective at preventing severe illness and death. Make sure to get all recommended doses, including boosters.
Wear Masks: In crowded or poorly ventilated spaces, wearing a well-fitted mask can reduce the spread of the virus.
Maintain Physical Distance: Keep at least 1 metre (3 feet) away from others, especially if they are coughing or sneezing.
Practice Good Hygiene: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
Improve Ventilation: Open windows and doors to increase airflow in indoor spaces.
Avoid Crowded Places: Try to stay away from large gatherings and close contact with people who are not in your household.
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public
https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/covid-19/questions-answers/questions-answers-prevention
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57087517
Get In Touch
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Call Energy4 Today For A Quote
01256643634 – South Office
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