News: Important update on heating oil pricing and invoicing
4th March 2026
Recent geopolitical tensions have caused extreme volatility in oil markets. Suppliers are currently not willing to guarantee fixed prices at the point of order, and some other oil groups have temporarily suspended trading. We want to continue offering members the option to order while making clear the risks involved.
To allow orders to be placed, the displayed price has been temporarily set to 111.11p per litre. This is a holding price only and does not reflect the final cost.
What this means for members
Orders placed will be charged at 111.11p per litre at the time of ordering.
The final price will be confirmed 48 hours before delivery based on market rates that day.
You will receive either a refund (if the market price is lower) or an invoice (if the market price is higher) 48 hours prior to delivery.
On receipt of the refund or invoice you may accept the adjusted charge or cancel the order.
This approach reflects decisions and constraints from our oil suppliers rather than a change in our policy.
Ordering is not advised unless you are in need by end of March due to the current price variability; however, we are keeping the option open for members who prefer to proceed.
We appreciate your understanding during this period of market uncertainty. For questions about a specific order, please contact Andy on our members contact page.