Martin Lewis defends smart meters against 'poor reputation'
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis tackles smart meter scepticism, highlighting benefits like automatic readings and cheaper time-of-use tariffs. Discover how they could cut your bills.
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Martin Lewis: Smart Meters Cut Bills with Timing Change
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals how UK households can reduce energy costs by using smart meters and shifting usage to cheaper overnight tariffs.
Kidsgrove Flooding Forces Children into Road for 8 Years
Residents in Kidsgrove battle persistent flooding for over eight years, forcing schoolchildren into the road and damaging homes. Authorities promise action.
Meter Reading Warning for UK Energy Customers
Ofgem's new price cap starts 1 Jan 2026. Avoid overcharging by submitting a meter reading to your supplier. Key deadlines for British Gas, OVO, EDF, EON, and Octopus revealed.
Amazon's £130 Smartwatch Now £17 in Limited-Time Sale
Amazon has slashed the price of a popular Soudorv Smart Watch from £129.99 to just £16.99. The health-tracking gadget is perfect for New Year fitness goals. Grab the deal before it ends!
Ocado's £10 Christmas delivery charge angers shoppers
Ocado faces backlash after hiking last-minute Christmas delivery fees to £10. Shoppers vent on social media as festive costs surge. Read the full story.
Controversial HMO plan resubmitted in Smethwick
A developer has resubmitted plans for an 8-bed HMO in Smethwick, ignoring nearly 100 objections and a council rejection over parking and overcrowding fears. Read the full story.
48-Hour Deadline for Free Christmas Electricity
UK households with smart meters have until Dec 21 to claim £10 of free electricity for Christmas Day via Uswitch's Power Hours scheme. Sign up now!
Amazon Echo Spot 2024 slashed to under £40
The popular Amazon Echo Spot (2024) smart alarm clock is now just £39.95 at QVC. Discover how this Alexa-powered device can wake you gently and control your smart home.
Three Habits to Save £240 on Energy Bills
Octopus Energy reveals three easy changes to cut energy costs by £240. Learn how draught proofing, thermostat control, and adjusting flow temperature can save you money this winter.
Dog's Fishy Smell Could Signal Serious Health Issue
Veterinary experts warn a persistent fishy odour from your dog could indicate painful anal gland problems. Learn the signs, risks, and how to prevent serious complications.
Cosori Smart Thermometer Review: Perfect Christmas Turkey
The Cosori Smart Meat Thermometer, now £48.58 on Amazon, promises perfect turkey and removes festive cooking stress with live Bluetooth temperature tracking. Read our full review.
EDF's Christmas Gift: Free Electricity for 8 Hours
EDF is giving customers with smart meters eight hours of free electricity on Christmas Day. Sign up for the Sunday Saver challenge by 24 December to claim this festive offer and save on bills.
Royal Mail warns of Christmas delays in 117 postcodes
Royal Mail has issued a service update warning of significant parcel and letter delays in 117 UK postcodes this Christmas. Find out if your area is affected and what the company is doing to fix it.
British Gas Half-Price Electricity Event on Friday
British Gas urges eligible customers to use appliances between 11am and 1pm on 19 December for half-price power. Save on bills and support green energy.
Birmingham Church Car Park Plan Gets Green Light
St Michael's Church in Boldmere wins planning permission for a new car park. The scheme, which involves sensitively relocating gravestones, aims to tackle severe local parking problems. Read the full details.
British Gas: Half-price electricity for 1.3m customers
British Gas is running a PeakSave Green Flex event on Friday 19th December, offering eligible customers half-price electricity between 11am and 1pm. Find out how to save.
Octopus Energy installs one millionth smart meter
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.
Police halt fines over faulty M6 speed cameras
Police will not fine drivers caught by faulty variable speed cameras on the M6 and other smart motorways. Find out about the fault and how to claim refunds.
Warning over costly 'short burst' heating habit
Grant Store experts warn turning heating on and off wastes energy. Maintain a steady temperature for efficiency and lower bills this winter.
Salter's Smart Scale Offers Deep Health Insights for 2026
The Salter Body Insight Smart Scale, priced at £99.99, uses advanced BIA technology to track body composition for the whole family. Discover a smarter way to monitor health beyond weight.
Smart motorway drivers could get £2,500 after wrongful fines
Thousands of UK motorists wrongly fined due to a smart motorway software glitch dating to 2021 could receive compensation. Find out if you're affected.
7 Million Homes Warned Over Inaccurate Energy Bills
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.
Major Spotify outage disrupts thousands of users
Spotify suffered a major outage on Monday 15th December, with over 50,000 reports from UK and US users. Service has been restored, but some may still face issues. Read the latest updates.
Next's £46 coatigan hailed as perfect smart-casual winter staple
Shoppers are loving Next's new £46 'coatigan', a versatile layering piece perfect for casual or smart winter outfits. Available in three colours and multiple size ranges.
EV Charging Warning for 9 Million UK Households
Millions of UK households face challenges charging electric vehicles at home. Experts reveal the essential kit needed and how to cut costs with smart tariffs.
Amazon halves price of Blink pet security camera to £9.99
Amazon has more than halved the price of the Blink Mini indoor pet security camera to just £9.99. Get peace of mind with HD video, motion alerts and two-way audio to watch your pets.
EV Breakthrough: Cars Could Power Homes for Two Days
A new Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) charging breakthrough could let electric vehicles power UK homes for up to two days, slashing energy bills. Discover the smart tech changing energy use.
Blink Mini Smart Camera for £9.99 in Amazon Sale
Amazon slashes the Blink Mini indoor security camera to under £10. This HD camera with motion detection and two-way audio is a bargain for pet owners and home security. Offer ends December 8.
Get £10 Free Electricity on Christmas Day - Deadline Dec 21
UK households can claim up to £10 for electricity used on Christmas Day via Uswitch's Power Hours scheme. Sign up by December 21 to secure the refund as energy bills are set to rise.
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