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Martin Lewis Names Cheapest Energy Tariffs

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.

Birmingham law firm collapses with job losses

Bell Lax Solicitors in Sutton Coldfield enters administration, resulting in redundancies. Discover the impact on the West Midlands legal sector and the reasons behind the collapse.

Premier Modular Secures £1bn NHS Framework Spot

East Yorkshire's Premier Modular has been appointed to a £1bn NHS framework, positioning it to deliver vital modular buildings for healthcare and public services across the UK.

Octopus Energy £600 reward for energy-saving tasks

Octopus Energy is rewarding UK households with up to £600 for completing eight simple energy-saving tasks. Learn how adjusting your boiler flow temperature and other tips can cut bills significantly.

Energy bills rising by £3 from January 2026

Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap rise from January 1, 2026, adding £3 to typical bills. Discover the reasons and potential government support in our guide.

Martin Lewis: Act Now as Energy Bills Rise

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis urges UK households to compare energy tariffs as Ofgem's Price Cap rises 0.2% from January 1, 2026. Electricity costs surge while standing charges increase again.

Babcock profits jump 19% in strong first half

Defence giant Babcock reports a 19% profit rise to £201.1m, driven by nuclear and marine sectors. The FTSE-100 firm confirms it's on track to meet full-year targets. Read more.

Octopus Energy's 30-Minute Rule for SMEs

Octopus Energy launches the UK's first fully agile energy tariff for SMEs. Prices update every 30 minutes, enabling businesses to save over 25% by using cheaper, greener power.

British Gas offers £1,700 energy debt grants

Struggling with energy bills? The British Gas Energy Trust is offering grants of up to £1,700 to clear debt, and you don't need to be a customer. Apply for support now.

Octopus Energy's £80 savings tip costs 99p

Octopus Energy reveals a little-known hack to save £80 on energy bills. The secret? DIY draught-proofing with items costing less than £1. Act now to cut your costs!

Middletons Steakhouse Saved, 159 Jobs Secured

Middletons Steakhouse & Grill rescued from administration by its shareholders, safeguarding all 159 jobs across its seven restaurants in England. Read the full story.

Pension cap to hit private sector workers hardest

Thousands of UK private sector workers earning over £40,000 face retirement losses exceeding £20,000 under Labour's proposed salary sacrifice cap. Discover how this policy change could impact your pension pot.

Reeves urged to scrap crippling alcohol tax hike

Wine and Spirit Trade Association calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze alcohol duty as 4.5% hike could add £1 to bottle prices, fuelling inflation and hurting hospitality.

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