It is slightly ironic that as recent as 8th October E4B had issued a press statement which read:
With the current economic pressures facing businesses, Mr Paul emphasised that it is paramount that SMEs find out their contract renewal date with their current supplier, hand in a notice of termination in plenty of time and then shop around for the best price.

These price rises come after independent research commissioned by E4B earlier in the year found that 20% of SME businesses are currently in fuel poverty, with another 40% fast approaching the threshold. This figure is destined to rise as more businesses are plunged in to fuel poverty following these recent price hikes.

What happens next?

British Gas Business will contact you over the next few days to discuss contract options, before making any decisions though we would recommend discussing all your options with www.billscutter.com

You should take a meter reading so that your account with E4B can be finalised to an accurate read. This information should be provided to the administrators at E4B as soon as possible

With the demise of E4B it is likely that E4B will receive calls from many parties purporting to act in their interests, Energylinx would encourage customers to be extremely wary unless the call eminates from either British Gas or www.billscutter.com

In keeping with the regulations applied by Ofgem in such circumstances, your supply will continue on the basis of a deemed contract. British Gas Business will of course be able to set you up on a competitive contract once they have contacted you however you need to be aware that other options exist which might well be more competitive.

Questions about your contract if you decide to stay with British Gas
When will I get my first bill?
British Gas will endeavour to get your first British Gas Business bill out to you in the early part of December.

How will my E4B account be closed down and when does my account start with British Gas Business?
E4B will bill you for the period in which you were supplied by them up until 23rd October 2008. They will open your account on the read you used to close your E4B account.

Please contact British Gas Business with your meter reading and your site details as soon as possible. You can do this by emailing: e4b@britishgasbusiness.co.uk

What will happen with my meter reads?
British Gas Business has your previous read history from your previous energy supplier and therefore will be able to estimate your read up until the date of your first bill.

What happens if I pay VAT at 5%?
Please email British Gas Business detailing your VAT rate and your site details on e4b@britishgasbusiness.co.uk and they will send you a VAT declaration form.