Martin Lewis' Tumble Dryer & Energy Bill Advice
Martin Lewis reveals how to cut energy bills, warning against overnight tumble dryer use due to fire risk. He urges switching to fixed deals and using EV tariffs.
Martin Lewis reveals how to cut energy bills, warning against overnight tumble dryer use due to fire risk. He urges switching to fixed deals and using EV tariffs.
The UK is set for a deep freeze as temperatures plummet below 0°C, with significant snowfall expected across Scotland and Northern England. Discover the latest weather maps and forecasts.
E.ON Next's new fixed tariff offers £170 savings against the incoming Energy Price Cap. Discover how to switch and save on your bills today.
British Gas, EON, Octopus and Ovo customers can save £156 and get 100 hours of free electricity by switching to a new EDF tariff. Act now to get cashback before the new year.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announces a permanent, three-year Road Victim Support Service following a successful pilot. The initiative provides emotional and practical aid to those affected by traffic collisions.
New government plans could slash EV running costs to 2p per mile for households without driveways by simplifying charging installation rules. Discover how the change affects you.
Labour government slashes red tape for home EV charging points, saving drivers up to £250 and boosting the UK's electric vehicle transition. Find out how this affects you.
Households face a surprise energy bill increase as Ofgem confirms a 0.2% price cap rise for January 2026, despite predictions of a fall. Discover what this means for your budget.
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.
Data reveals a generational split as over-55s refuse to switch to electric vehicles, while younger motorists are twice as likely to adopt EVs. Discover the impact on Labour's green targets.
Octopus Energy secures £100m funding to create over 1,000 homes with no energy bills for 5-10 years through innovative green technology. Discover how this world-first initiative tackles fuel poverty.
The UK's largest biochar facility opens in Wiltshire, set to remove 18,500 tonnes of CO2 annually. A major step for climate tech and green jobs. Read more.
Ofgem's price cap will fall by only £22 annually in January 2026 before a £75 April increase. Network costs, not wholesale prices, drive future hikes.
Two women convicted of stealing £86,504 in benefits fraud. Discover how the DWP's new zero-tolerance approach is naming and shaming scammers.
EDF is giving drivers a £100 credit, equivalent to 4,000 free electric miles, with its limited-time Plug & Power EV tariff bundle. Claim this Black Friday offer before November 30.
UK households can save hundreds on soaring energy bills by swapping ovens for air fryers or microwaves. Experts reveal the simple kitchen changes that cut costs.
British Gas CEO Chris O'Shea warns Labour's rapid Net Zero transition could create unaffordable energy prices. Read the full analysis of this critical energy bill warning.
Octopus Energy expands its Zero Bills initiative to France, offering households no energy costs for five years. Discover how this green tech innovation works and its global potential.
Ofcom proposes free or discounted postage stamps for vulnerable households. Learn how this new social tariff could help with rising postal costs and what it means for other customers.
EDF Energy launches FreePhase, a time-of-use energy tariff with potential annual savings of £187. Choose between dynamic or static pricing to cut your electricity bills.
Octopus Energy launches 'Zero Bills' retrofit initiative, eliminating energy costs for UK households for five years. Discover how to cut your bills and carbon footprint.
A severe icy blast is set to hit the UK with temperatures plummeting to -5C. Purple weather maps indicate widespread snow from November 19. Stay informed on the latest forecasts.
Eleven food businesses in the West Midlands, including in Solihull and Sandwell, received a zero-star food hygiene rating in 2025, meaning major improvements are necessary. Check the full list.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps the 2030 petrol car ban, delays the ICE phase-out to 2035, and slams previous government's 'chaotic' approach to net zero targets.
The new Labour government has finally clarified its position on the controversial 2030 petrol and diesel car ban, revealing crucial details about exemptions and implementation plans that will affect millions of motorists.
Energy giant OVO announces significant price cut for variable tariff customers, reducing typical annual bill by £145 as wholesale costs fall.
Industry leaders demand urgent government action on EV infrastructure and incentives as Britain faces crucial crossroads in electric vehicle transition.
UK households are being urged to complete seven quick financial checks that could unlock thousands of pounds in support during the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Thousands of UK households are being warned about a common energy meter mistake that could be costing them hundreds of pounds extra during the cost of living crisis. Experts reveal why this simple error is driving up bills unnecessarily.
Energy experts reveal how British Gas customers can save hundreds of pounds annually by using a hidden feature in their smart meter app during peak hours.