Thousands of people are being given an extended chance to reduce their energy bills.

The region's largest ever mass energy switch, which could save individuals around £115 a year on their gas and electricity costs, will continue for a further two weeks.

Leeds-based Community Energy Direct is working across six local authorities – including Leeds – in the north of England to deliver real energy reductions.

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The scheme was originally scheduled to close on Wednesday, 17 April but has been extended to midnight on Wednesday, 1 May. The deadline has been extended to give community workers more time to deliver the message around the region.

Councillor Mark Dobson, Leeds City Council’s executive member for the environment, said: "We're encouraged that so many people have signed up so far. We know there are many others who could benefit from switching suppliers but they may be wary about the scheme.

"I can reassure people that this is a genuine offer backed by Leeds City Council with the express aim of helping people save on their energy bills. Extending the deadline gives people that little bit more time to chat to the team and satisfy themselves that this is a legitimate, no-obligation scheme."

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