Martin Lewis explains why you need to take a screenshot of your energy bill NOW
MARTIN LEWIS has told all UK consumers to take a screenshot of their energy bills straight away in case more suppliers go bust.
The personal finance expert said all customers should keep a record of their credit and bills during the energy price crisis.
Energy firms have been struggling as wholesale gas prices have risen, with two companies going bust this week.
Viewers of ITV's , which aired on Thursday night, were told to go onto their energy supplier's website and take a screenshot of their account.
If your energy supplier goes out of business, their website will be pulled from the internet so you won't be able to access those details.
Ofgem, the energy regulator, will automatically switch you to a new firm and your credit will be protected.
But it's always best to have evidence of how much you are owed to make the process easier.
Martin said all energy customers should take the screen shot, even if you're with one of the Big Six firms - British Gas, EDF Energy, E.ON UK, npower, Scottish Power and SSE.
He warned that up to 25 more companies could collapse, leaving just 10 or fewer energy firms left.
Avro Energy and Green went into administration on Wednesday and People's Energy and Utility Point closed down last week.
Instead "simply sit tight and wait to be contacted by a new supplier".
It is also recommended that you take a meter reading ready for when your new supplier contacts you.
Charities have recommended keeping old energy bills and waiting until your new supplier is appointed before cancelling any direct debits.
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Citizens Advice has called for the government to guarantee that no one will lose access to the Warm Home Discount when they move supplier.
The charity also said customers in debt to failed suppliers should continue to have access to affordable repayment plans.
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