Portable Heaters: A Costly and Risky Way to Warm Your Home
Energy experts warn portable heaters can drastically increase bills. Citizens Advice urges boiler repairs and home efficiency improvements for safer, cheaper warmth this winter.
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British Gas: Set Thermostat to 7°C to Stop Pipes Freezing
British Gas warns UK households to set thermostats to at least 7°C as Storm Goretti brings snow and -12.5C temperatures. Expert advice on preventing burst pipes and boiler checks inside.
Labour dismisses £30 boiler levy as 'absolute nonsense'
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has labelled reports of a proposed £30 boiler levy as 'absolute nonsense' and 'scaremongering' in a Commons statement. Read the full details.
3 heating mistakes pushing your energy bills up
An energy expert reveals three common heating system errors that are wasting money. Learn how to avoid them and cut your winter energy costs effectively.
Cardiff Drivers Face New Workplace Parking Levy
Cardiff Council is exploring a Workplace Parking Levy to tackle traffic and pollution. The final decision is expected in 2027. Read the latest on the proposed road user charge.
Gas boiler owners warned over new £30 green levy
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.
Energy bills to increase by £3 from January 2026
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.
Boiler Flow Adjustment Could Save £65 a Year
Octopus Energy reveals a simple boiler setting tweak that could cut UK energy bills by up to £65 annually. Learn how to check your boiler type and adjust the flow temperature for greater efficiency.
Five Car Tax Changes for UK Drivers in 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces five key car tax changes for 2026, affecting EVs, vans, HGVs, and company cars. Learn how the new measures will impact your motoring costs.
Hybrid drivers hit with double tax from 2028
Plug-in hybrid owners will pay a 1.5p-per-mile electric vehicle duty on top of fuel tax from 2028, a move industry leaders call 'punitive'. Discover the full impact.
Prince William's 2025 interview signals Royal Family revival
Prince William's candid 2025 chat with Eugene Levy reveals hope after a 'brutal' year for the royals, marked by King Charles and Kate's cancer battles. Discover the future King's vision for change.
Policy Confusion Risks Slowing UK Electric Vehicle Adoption
AA report reveals UK drivers are hesitant to switch to electric vehicles due to mixed government messages and rising costs. Read the full analysis and what's needed for change.
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.
Martin Lewis warns of 40% tax hit on ISA savings
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies ISA inheritance rules. Your tax-free savings could be subject to a 40% HMRC charge upon death. Learn how to protect your assets.
Octopus Energy's £65 Boiler Tip Saves Money
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's £65 Boiler Saving Tip
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.
Jaguar unveils electric car launch next year
Jaguar announces its first fully electric vehicle for next year as it turns 90. The news comes as Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces a new pay-per-mile levy for EV drivers from 2028.
Service Your Heating to Save Money This Winter
As winter arrives, ensure your boiler is safe and efficient. A professional service can cut energy bills and prevent costly emergencies. Get a trusted engineer via Checkatrade's £1,000 guarantee.
New 3p Per Mile Charge for UK EV Owners Confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile levy for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from 2028. Find out how it works and what it means for your wallet.
Drivers ditch Tesla for Chinese electric cars, study finds
New research reveals a significant shift in the UK and European EV market, with trust in Chinese brands rising as Tesla's novelty fades. Discover the data and the impact of the new pay-per-mile levy.
OAPs hit with 8% interest on Labour's property levy
Cash-poor pensioners could be charged 8% interest on deferred payments for Labour's new 'high value council tax surcharge'. Experts warn of a debt trap for asset-rich retirees.
Heating cutbacks risk home insurance validity
Turning off heating or skipping boiler servicing could breach policy conditions and invalidate home insurance coverage for water damage, Defaqto warns.
Car brands fight Rachel Reeves' pay-per-mile EV tax
Chinese car brands Omoda and Jaecoo launch tax rebate to counter new EV and hybrid pay-per-mile levy announced in Autumn Budget. Find out how drivers will be affected from 2028.
Birmingham hotelier warns of 'disastrous' tourist tax
A Birmingham hotel chairman brands the new tourist levy in the 2025 budget 'disastrous' for hospitality, fearing increased costs and administrative chaos.
Man in court over two murders and rape
Simon Levy, 40, appears at the Old Bailey accused of murdering two women and raping a third in London. The case continues in February 2026.
17 Drinks Face Recipe Change in Sugar Tax Shake-Up
Health Secretary Wes Streeting confirms the sugar tax is expanding to milk-based drinks and lowering the threshold. Discover the 17 popular beverages affected.
Tourist Tax Plan for Bristol and Bath Region
West of England leaders endorse a proposed tourist tax on overnight stays to fund transport and local projects. Find out how this could transform the region's visitor economy.
Liverpool's £2 visitor charge upheld after legal fight
Liverpool's £2 overnight visitor charge will proceed after the government rejected a legal challenge. The levy, expected to generate millions, will boost the city's visitor economy.
English mayors gain tourist tax powers
English mayors including Sadiq Khan and Andy Burnham gain powers to impose a tourist tax on hotel stays to fund local projects, despite hospitality sector opposition.
Man charged with two murders five months apart
A 40-year-old man faces charges for murdering two women and raping a third in separate London attacks. Follow the latest court developments.
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