57 m. ago BP lowers outlook for gas production in first quarter and flags ‘weak’ trading

The energy giant said net debt will be about £3.1 billion higher at the end of the first quarter of 2025.

Politics

20 h. ago Cut your energy bills £237 in 10 minutes with a bowl of hot water

Expert Robert Andrews says a common mistake means a lot of us are paying more than we should

Economics

45 h. ago Why Trump's tariffs could open up a golden window to bag bargain TVs, clothes, mortgages and energy bills

A very brief window to snap up good deals has opened up - from mortgages and petrol to clothes, electronic goods and cars.

Economics

45 h. ago New call for energy bill social tariff to fix ‘gaping’ hole in welfare system

Households face paying nearly £1,850 a year for their electricity and gas under the latest Ofgem energy price cap.

Economics

66 h. ago More choice, less stress: Largo Leisure Holidays unveils new ways to book your break in Scotland

Largo Leisure Holidays, who own six-holiday parks in Scotland, is stepping up to support holidaymakers amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and rising energy bills in the UK. As economic uncertainty continues to weigh heavily on household budgets, the company has introduced new, payment plans designed to make holidays more accessible and affordable for families and individuals alike, allowing people to enjoy a well-deserved break without the added stress of financial strain.

Politics

3 d. ago Energy suppliers issued warning over delays to scheme which could cut bills by up to £332

The warning came from regulator Ofgem and Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change Ed Miliband, who wrote to the CEOs of the UK's major energy suppliers today

Events

3 d. ago Two Amazon Fire Stick buttons could cut your energy bills in seconds

It's easy to lose track of how long the telly has been on, but it is important to keep on top of TV streaming costs

Events

5 d. ago Vampire appliances quietly drain £118 a year from your bank account

Energy experts have listed the 14 devices adding to your energy bill even when you're not using them

Economics

7 d. ago Energy meter reading deadline dates for British Gas, Octopus and other suppliers

Submitting an accurate meter reading will prevent energy providers estimating your next bill.

Events

8 d. ago PETER HITCHENS: Britain's police forces are a pathetic failure and a dark menace to our society. This is my plan to finally fix the problem

We pay these people, and we pay them a lot, as your council tax bill will tell you if you look. So why do they treat us as a nuisance and worse?

Events

9 d. ago Keir Starmer claims Brits will be better off despite rising bills in 'awful April'

Sir Keir Starmer has vowed that people will ultimately be better off despite soaring bills, including energy, water and council tax, in what has been dubbed 'awful April'

Politics

9 d. ago ‘Awful April’ bills rise will push people to poverty, homelessness and foodbanks, charities warn

Increasing cost of bills ranging from gas, electricity, water and council tax has left many ‘dangerously exposed’

Events

9 d. ago Energy supplier goes bust in latest blow to households as bills rise

The firm supplies energy to about 80,000 domestic customers and 10,000 non-domestic customers

Science

9 d. ago Check for unclaimed money or savings to help with rising bills this month

Council Tax, energy bills, broadband, mobile phones and the TV licence are all going up this month.

Economics

9 d. ago Martin Lewis urges 400,000 people to claim Council Tax discount before new payment due this month

The consumer champion warned thousands of people are entitled to Council Tax savings but not claiming.

Economics

9 d. ago Households in these Council Tax bands could save up to £400 on energy bills

The Great British Insulation Scheme could help thousands of families reduce their gas and electricity costs this year as costs on tax, broadband and more is set to rise from today

Economics

9 d. ago Families in certain Council Tax bands could save up to £400 on energy bills this year

A scheme could help low-income households save up to £400 each year on their fuel bills through new energy efficiency upgrades

Economics

9 d. ago Thousands in some Council Tax bands could save up to £400 on their energy bills

Energy bills are set to increase by 6.4% from April 1 as the energy price cap is set to rise

Economics

9 d. ago Voices: Energy, water, council tax – how are you coping with rising bills this ‘awful April’? Join The Independent Debate

As ‘awful April’ brings another wave of rising bills, we want to know — are you feeling the pinch, and has Labour’s handling of the cost of living crisis so far changed your view of Sir Keir Starmer’s government?

Economics

9 d. ago Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves dodge pain of energy and water hikes thanks to 'cap' on bills at Downing Street flats... as they enjoy Westminster's low council tax

Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves only pay a taxable benefit on running costs at the grace-and-favour apartments in Downing Street .

Economics