27 h. ago Heated blanket that costs 3p to run drops below Amazon price in double discount deal

With an impressive 48% saving on the RRP, buyers say the cosy winter warmer 'costs pennies to run' and is a 'must-buy'

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56 h. ago How much does an electric blanket REALLY cost? Our experts weigh in on how long it takes to recoup the price of a heated throw and whether they're really worth it

Touted as 'lifesavers' by those who own them, heated blankets can deliver targeted warmth for just a few pence an hour - but how much do they really cost against putting on your central heating.

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8 d. ago Firefighter issues warning for all UK households using money

A fire and rescue service issued a winter warning for homeowners who use the popular electrical device

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2 w. ago Spain is at risk of fresh net zero blackouts, its electricity grid operator warns months after huge outage left five dead and millions without power

The country's electricity grid operator Red Eléctrica issued the warning as it said urgent changes are needed to change how it deals with sudden fluctuations in solar energy.

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2 w. ago UK households warned to 'never' plug these three appliances into extension leads

An electrical expert has issued a warning

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2 w. ago Electrician issues warning to anyone using extension leads in one room

With modern kitchens packed with gadgets, many households find they do not have enough plug sockets to power them all

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3 w. ago Warning issued to anyone using electric blanket to save on heating bills

The ever-increasing cost of living has many of us looking for ways to save money, and as the mercury drops, using an electric blanket is a popular way to keep winter bills low

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