85 m. ago Millions more families would qualify for energy bill discounts in new proposals

The Government is consulting on offering more support to UK consumers in a bid to deal with an ‘unpredictable international energy market’.

Economics

2 h. ago Households in Scotland have seen energy bills jump by an average £3,000

Research by fuel poverty groups found the average home has faced punishing extra fuel costs of around £750 more per year since 2020-21.

Economics

17 h. ago Households expect to learn that energy bills will rise again

Bills are forecast to rise because of an increase in the cost of gas across Europe, as Ofgem reveals the new energy price cap on Tuesday.

Economics

46 h. ago Everyone who pays energy bills faces big change from Tuesday

Customers will be given news about the future state of bills this week

Economics

50 h. ago Foreign oil giants to share in £22bn state handout for 'unproven' carbon capture

Fuel poverty campaigners last night branded the plan a 'greenwashing con' that will add hundreds of pounds to people's energy bills.

Economics

69 h. ago Amazon slash £110 off 'best ever' Air fryer that 'saves on energy bills'

The air fryer has 4.6 stars from almost 5,000 Amazon reviews with some dubbing it the "best appliance ever"

Economics

3 d. ago Unusual ways to cut your energy bill before prices soar again in April

MoneyMagpie Editor and financial expert Vicky Parry looks at some unusual ways to cut your utilities bills and save money

Economics

3 d. ago Experts reveal the best time to run your tumble dryer to slash energy bills by half

If you're on a time-of-use, or off-peak electricity rates and tariffs, you could save a significant amount of money on your energy bills - but what time of day is it best to do the laundry?

Science

3 d. ago The best times to use your tumble dryer to slash energy bills and save money

With the cost of living crisis hitting many households across the UK, Brits are looking for ways to save money and reduce their energy bills - and even the time of day you use your tumble dryer can affect the cost

Economics

4 d. ago Martin Lewis issues warning over 'big hole' in new energy bills 'loophole'

The price cap will soon have a 'low or no standing charge' option that aims to reduce costs for lower users - but Martin Lewis has warned there's a 'big hole' in the plans

Events

4 d. ago Martin Lewis issues energy bills 'loophole' warning after standing charge change

The energy regulator said it is consulting on bringing in the option under the price cap that would cover so-called zero standing charge tariffs.

Events

4 d. ago Energy bills 'move quickly' warning issued as prices to rise in weeks

It might be worth reviewing your energy plans as rising wholesale costs could lead to rapid bill increases

Events

4 d. ago Energy network owners have made £3.9bn ‘excess profit’ from higher bills, says report

Citizens Advice believes Ofgem made flawed interest rate calculation for companies in Great Britain The companies behind Great Britain’s gas pipes and power lines have pocketed a windfall of nearly £4bn from household bills during the energy and cost crisis, according to a report.The analysis, by Citizens Advice, argued that energy network owners were able to make the “excess profits” over the past four years after the industry regulator misjudged their costs. Continue reading...

Economics

5 d. ago Energy network owners have made £3.9bn from higher bills, says report

Citizens Advice believes Ofgem made flawed interest rate calculation for companies in Great Britain The companies behind Great Britain’s gas pipes and power lines have pocketed a windfall of nearly £4bn from household bills during the energy and cost crisis, according to a report.The analysis, by Citizens Advice, argued that energy network owners were able to make the “excess profits” over the past four years after the industry regulator misjudged their costs. Continue reading...

Economics

5 d. ago Energy companies rake in £4bn windfall as British families suffer sky

Families will see their energy bills rise again in April as network companies make billions in profits, report finds

Economics

5 d. ago Ofgem announces major update on plans to scrap charges that add £330 to energy bills

Ofgem announced plans for more low or no standing charge energy tariffs last year, and has today opened a consultation on how this would work

Economics

5 d. ago Ofgem reveals ‘low or no standing charge’ energy tariff plan to help cut bills

Standing charges are applied daily, regardless of how much energy the customer uses, and many campaigners say they affect vulnerable customers more.

Economics

5 d. ago Martin Lewis on whether keeping your heating on all day will save you money

As energy bills continue to skyrocket, the money-saving expert has shared his view on the subject

Politics

5 d. ago Martin Lewis gives heating verdict and most efficient way to stay warm at home

The chill remains in the air, as winter drags its heels, leading many to contemplate what the best ways are to keep heating their homes - but keep energy bills low

Society

5 d. ago New call for Council Tax and energy bills to be deducted from monthly wages before tax is taken

Paying for things through your company payroll using your pre-tax salary is known as ‘salary sacrifice’.

Economics