50 h. ago Thousands could be eligible to 'cancel TV licence fee' after BBC rule change

A little known rule around the TV licence fee has been revealed that could save households a significant amount of money each year - but millions could be missing out

Politics

53 h. ago Billie Shepherd blasts dangerous children's trend and sets strict rule for kids

Billie Shepard, who is set to star in a new fly-on-the-wall series with sister Sam, talks fashion, parenting - and the trend that worries her when it comes to her eldest, Nelly

Politics

3 d. ago UK households advised to 'cancel TV licence' and save £174.50 after BBC rule change

Around 475,000 UK households are missing out on a £174.50 annual saving due to a lesser known TV licence rule - here's how to find out if you're eligible to get a free licence.

Economics

5 d. ago Experts share advice on how to save money on your energy bills in seconds

As the energy price cap rises again, experts from MSE and Which? explain why switching to a fixed tariff could still save households hundreds.

Science

5 d. ago Households urged to save old twigs and scatter around your garden

You've probably been left with a huge unsightly pile of twigs after pruning your bushes - but luckily experts say that they can be put to effective use in your garden

Politics

7 d. ago Energy firm pays out £150,000 after major error with customer bills

Ofgem found some prepayment customers who switched to another supplier or ended their contract did not receive their final bills within six weeks, as per rules set out by the energy regulator

Economics

8 d. ago Households told to save empty water bottles and put them in your garden

If you have a load of empty bottles lying around don't toss them in the bin just yet - experts say they can be transformed into highly efficient tools to help your plants thrive

Politics

9 d. ago Households urged to save plastic bottles and add to garden immediately

If you have old plastic bottles lying around, don't toss them out - they can actually be recycled into a handy item that will help you grow many different kinds of plants

Politics

9 d. ago Warren Buffett is stepping down – but his advice is still timeless

The American investor’s rules for life have earned him billions of dollars and a loyal tribe of admirers

Events

1 week ago Why unlimited green energy is closer than people think – video

Most countries have no fossil fuel reserves, but no country in the world is without renewable energy resources. For a country such as Iceland, the world leader in renewables, this statement is clear to see. The island nation has made good use of its volcanoes and glaciers, which help provide 100% of its electricity and almost all its heat energy. But what about other countries that don't have Iceland's unique geology to rely on. Josh Toussaint-Strauss finds out how the world has managed to reach the impressive milestone of more than 40% of global electricity demand coming from clean power sources, and how other countries such as the UK are making this energy transition happen, despite a distinct lack of volcanoesClean energy powered 40% of global electricity in 2024, report finds Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago All you need to know as households offered grants to save on energy bills

The move is part of the Warm Homes Plan, designed to make homes greener, cheaper to run and easier to heat

Science

1 week ago Households urged to save sprouting potatoes and plant them immediately

If you want to grow your very own potatoes then make sure to save your old sprouting spuds - an expert explains how to plant them quickly and easily in time for summer

Politics

1 week ago Martin Lewis tells households they can save £285 a year on energy bills but must act 'right now'

The Money Saving Expert has revealed the new cheapest fixed energy deal

Economics

2 w. ago Gmail users warned over 'extremely sophisticated' new scam that's hard to spot

Everyone with a Gmail account is 'at risk' and billions have been told to follow four important rules to keep safe

Events

2 w. ago Households urged to save avocado stones and bury them in soil

If you want to grow your very own avocado plant then follow these simple steps - just make sure not to throw out the seed the next time you buy an avocado

Politics

3 w. ago New heat pump rule could 'automatically' save you £100 a year on your energy bill

The UK Government is looking to require that heat pumps are sold with smart functionality, so that customers can benefit from cheaper energy tariffs

Economics

3 w. ago Households to save over £100 on energy bills as new rules introduced

The new rules - which form part of the government’s Clean Power Action Plan - will require heat pumps and certain other electric heating appliances to be sold with smart functionality

Economics

3 w. ago Heat pumps to be sold with ‘smart’ function under plans to save households money

The plan would necessitate heat pumps to be sold ‘smart-ready’ in line with regulations that already apply to electric vehicle chargers.

Society

last month HMRC makes £3,000 change to tax rules as households hit with £600 bill

The tax office will tweak the rules to allow you to earn £3,000 before you need to register to pay tax through the self-assessment system - but it doesn't mean you owe any less

Economics