A British Gas engineer reveals a simple trick to warm your kitchen using residual oven heat. As snow blankets the UK and temperatures plunge to -10°C, this free method helps combat the cold. Learn the safety tips and see the latest weather warnings.
The UK faces a severe cold snap with temperatures plunging to -12C. Amber warnings for cold and snow are in force. Here's how to stay warm, safe, and check on vulnerable neighbours.
UK state pensioners are receiving a £150 Warm Home Discount. Find out if you're eligible and what to do if you don't get a letter by early January 2026.
Discover how a simple pre-holiday ski session at a UK slope can transform your first day on the mountain. Expert tips and a guide to local practice venues.
Millions on Universal Credit will get a one-off £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, with many receiving it in January. Find out if you qualify and how the scheme works.
Millions could see lower energy bills as the government consults on moving Warm Home Discount costs off the daily standing charge. Have your say in the consultation.
Over 2.7 million more UK households are eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter. Find out if you qualify, which 28 energy firms are paying, and the crucial August 24 benefit date.
Experts forecast a major shift in kitchen design for 2026, with soft whites, earthy greens and warm browns replacing cool greys. Discover the new nature-inspired palette for a calming home hub.
UK households with gas boilers could see a £30 annual levy to subsidise heat pumps under Labour's Warm Homes Plan. Critics warn it hits the poorest hardest. Read the full details.
Low-income state pensioners are receiving a £150 Warm Home Discount off their energy bills this January. Find out who qualifies and how the scheme works.
Households in Great Britain face a 0.2% rise in energy bills from January 1, 2026, adding £3 to the annual average. Learn the reasons behind the hike and what support is available.
Major Universal Credit reforms for 2026 will leave many families hundreds of pounds better off, but bring tougher rules for others. Get the full details here.
Millions on Universal Credit, Housing Benefit and ESA will get a £150 cost-of-living payment off energy bills this winter. Find out if you qualify and when you'll receive it.
Millions on benefits like Universal Credit and ESA will receive a £150 cost-of-living payment this winter. Find out if you're eligible and when you'll get paid.
Millions on Universal Credit, Housing Benefit and ESA will get a £150 cost-of-living payment off their energy bills this winter, with many receiving it in January. Find out if you qualify.
Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate warm clothing and unwanted Christmas gifts via in-store InPost lockers until January 6. Partnering with The Salvation Army, the initiative raises vital funds for those in need.
Ed Miliband's Warm Homes Fund aims to provide grants for solar panels and heat pumps, potentially eliminating energy bills for millions. Discover how the scheme works.
Motoring expert warns that skipping a simple warm-up routine in cold weather can cause long-term transmission damage, with replacement costs reaching £2,800. Learn how to protect your vehicle.
Staffordshire households earning under £36,000 could qualify for free heating upgrades worth up to £30,000 this winter under the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme. Apply now to improve your home's energy efficiency.
Households with damp and mould are urged to watch for a critical Ofgem letter. Tenants must notify landlords immediately as 98% of ECO4 insulated homes need repairs costing up to £18,000.
Millions of UK households are seeing a £150 discount on energy bills this winter via the expanded Warm Home Discount scheme. Find out if you qualify and what to do.
Marks and Spencer's new £23 Air-Yarn striped cardigan is already 'in demand'. The trendy cream and brown piece is lightweight and versatile for winter.
Official letters with a £150 energy bill rebate are arriving for six million UK households. The government warns to ignore scam texts and calls about the Warm Home Discount.
Taylor Wimpey Manchester has donated 321 winter essentials to Lifeshare charity for the homeless. The homebuilder's national Wrap Up Warm campaign has provided over 14,000 items. Learn more about this vital community support.
Motoring expert reveals why idling your car on frosty mornings is damaging, wasteful, and could lead to a hefty fine. Learn the correct way to prepare your vehicle.
Over three million extra UK households are receiving a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter to help with energy bills. Find out if you're eligible and how the scheme has expanded.
The DWP is distributing crucial winter payments, including Cold Weather and Winter Fuel Payments, worth up to £1,085. Check if you qualify for this vital financial support before Christmas.
Over three million more UK households now qualify for a £150 winter energy bill discount under expanded government rules. Find out if you're eligible for the vital cost-of-living support.
Millions of UK households can get £150 off their electricity bill this winter. Find out if your supplier is one of the 28 participating and how to claim.
Millions of UK state pensioners will see extra cash in their accounts this December. Find out about the Winter Fuel Payment, £10 DWP bonus, and Warm Home Discount.