Revealed: How much Iran war has cost UK households
It’s more than you think Over six months have past since the US and Israel have launched war against Iran, a conflict Trump was expecting to last “four to five weeks”. With still no end in sight, the world economy is seamlessly being affected, down to the households of those that aren’t involved in the […]
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Energy price cap rises 4% from October: What it means for your bills
Winter is about to get more expensive The latest price cap is set to make things even tighter for millions of households heading into winter. From 1 October, energy prices will rise by 4%, taking the typical annual dual-fuel bill to £1,723, about £60 more over the year, or an extra £5 a month. It […]
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Warm home discount: Millions have until Sunday to check for £150 off bills
Millions urged to check energy bills Millions of households are approaching the deadline to make sure they qualify for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, the Mirror reports. Anyone in a household claiming means-tested benefits needs to be named on the energy bill by 23 August, as energy suppliers will use the details held […]
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UK Inflation Climbs to 2.9% as Energy Bills Bite
UK Inflation Climbs to 2.9% as Energy Bills Bite UK inflation rose to 2.9% in the 12 months to July, up from 2.6% in June and the highest rate since March, according to the ONS figures published on Wednesday. The Office for National Statistics said the increase was driven largely by household energy costs, after […]
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Millions face higher water bills as suppliers allowed £3.4bn extra spending
How the water suppliers’ extra spending affects you Millions in England and Wales face higher water bills after water companies were given green light to an extra £3.4 billion. On Thursday, the Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) announced that water suppliers could spend £3.4 billion over the £104 billion cap from this year. This came […]
2 weeks ago
UK reveals ‘pylon project’ that could save you up to £2,500 in electricity bills
Households living near pylons could save on energy bills The UK Government reveals its plan to put in place new electric pylons in over 40 locations, as per gov.uk. Thousands of households are eligible for the discounted energy bills, however it does come with one condition. Households within 500 metres of the new pylons could […]
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