A MAJOR energy provider is paying customers to slash their energy usage this summer.
British Gas launched its Summer Sundays scheme last month, offering customers discounted energy during off-peak times until the end of September.
Households get 50% off all electricity used each Sunday between 11am and 4pm until September 24.
The scheme is part of its PeakSave programme, which rewards customers for using energy when demand is lower.
British Gas says demand for electricity is particularly low on Sundays, so it is encouraging customers to use as much as they need during these hours rather than at peak times.