Energy bills rise £500 a year, hitting fuel-poor families
Ofgem's new price cap will see typical energy bills hit £1,758 from January 2026, a £500 increase on 2021. Charity warns six million UK children now live in fuel poverty.
Ofgem's new price cap will see typical energy bills hit £1,758 from January 2026, a £500 increase on 2021. Charity warns six million UK children now live in fuel poverty.
Millions of British Gas, EDF, E.ON, Ovo and Octopus customers are urged to check fixed deals now. With the price cap rising in January, a quick switch could save households over £270 a year. Act fast to lock in savings.
Martin Lewis details the January energy price cap fall of 1%, warning bills are still double pre-crisis levels. He advises on meter readings and fixed deals.
E.ON has reduced prices on its 18-month and 24-month fixed energy tariffs, offering savings up to £185 against the price cap. See if you can cut your bills.
Octopus Energy announces a landmark $1bn investment into its Kraken technology platform, valuing it at $8.65bn and paving the way for its independence. Discover what this means for 11 million UK customers.
UK households face paying £136 more than the energy price cap from January 1st. British Gas, EON, EDF, OVO, and Octopus customers are urged to compare deals now to save up to £150.
Octopus Energy, OVO and EDF are giving away free heated blankets and other gadgets to help UK households cut bills this winter. Find out how to apply.
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OVO Energy is helping families save up to £360 a year by giving away free energy-saving products at community events across the UK. Learn how to access support.
British Gas, EDF, Eon, Octopus Energy and OVO are among 12 suppliers passing on a £150 government cut. Find out if you're eligible and when savings start.
Major suppliers like Octopus and British Gas have confirmed the £150 discount for fixed deal customers from April. Experts urge others to follow suit to prevent consumer confusion this winter.
Octopus Energy celebrates a 'company first' as one million customers benefit from new smart meters in 2025, unlocking cheaper tariffs and greater grid flexibility. Discover how this milestone is saving money and supporting green energy.
British Gas, E.ON Next and Octopus Energy confirm Budget savings will be applied automatically in April. Uswitch urges other suppliers to provide clarity to households.
Millions of UK households will see energy bills fall by around £150 from April 2026 as E.ON Next, Octopus Energy and British Gas pledge to pass on government cost reductions. Find out how you'll benefit.
Octopus Energy has dramatically accelerated its refund process, with customers now able to receive energy credit payments back to their bank accounts in as little as one day. Learn how to claim yours.
Construction is underway on Oldham's first solar farm at Wrigley Head, Failsworth. The council-funded project will generate clean energy for 310 homes and create local green jobs. Read more about this major step for the borough's Green New Deal.
Over 7 million UK households must submit a meter reading by 1st January to avoid being overcharged as energy rates rise. Experts urge switching to a fixed deal now to save up to £233.
OVO Energy advises UK households that reducing thermostat temperature by just one degree could cut £90 from yearly bills. Learn more simple tips to slash costs.
Octopus Energy advises adjusting your boiler's flow temperature to save up to £65 on energy bills this Christmas. Learn the simple settings for combi and system boilers.
Octopus Energy advises customers to adjust their boiler's flow temperature to between 55°C and 60°C, potentially saving £65 on energy bills. The firm also announces the spin-off of its tech arm, Kraken.
British Gas launches a new fixed energy tariff for Women's Super League fans, guaranteed cheaper than the January Price Cap. Find out how to sign up and save.
UK energy regulator Ofgem greenlights a £28 billion network upgrade. Find out how this impacts your bills and the push for renewable energy.
Customers of British Gas, OVO, E.ON, and Octopus can save £228 a year by switching. New fixed deals from Ecotricity and others offer significant savings as wholesale prices fall. Act now to lock in cheaper winter bills.
Amazon has discounted its popular Echo Pop smart speaker by 51% to just £21.99. Perfect for music lovers, this Cyber Monday deal offers voice control, great sound, and smart home features.
EDF and Octopus Energy reveal how simple draught-proofing methods can slash your heating costs by up to £80 annually. Learn how to keep your home warmer for less this winter.
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Amazon UK slashes £80 off the De'Longhi Dragon 4 oil-filled radiator. This energy-efficient heater with 3 heat settings is perfect for winter. Grab this deal now!
Money expert Martin Lewis identifies the cheapest fixed energy tariffs from Octopus, Eon and EDF as bills are set to rise again in January. Discover how to save over 10% on your energy costs.
Octopus Energy's Octo Assist fund grows by £116,500 after customer donations and company matching. Discover how this support helps UK households with heating bills this winter.
Amazon slashes the price of the Silentnight heated throw blanket to just £36.25. With nine heat settings, it's perfect for staying warm and saving on energy bills this winter.