Recent declines in energy prices and expectations of inflation control are overshadowed by escalating fuel costs due to conflict in the Middle East. Rising prices affect various sectors, leading to predictions of a £332 increase in average household energy bills by July. There is growing political pressure on governments to respond.
Electricity and gas prices are to fall in April, although perhaps not for too long due to current events in the Middle East. The price most households pay for gas and electricity will fall by 6.7% on average from Wednesday 1 April as energy regulator Ofgem has announced the latest Energy Price Cap rates. Here’s […]
Meet the tiny puppies taking on Britain’s wildest weather by teaching kids how to stay safe in a power cut, as top kids author-illustrator Emily MacKenzie reveals the exciting Stormy Night children’s book every family needs this winter. Two fearless puppies are taking on storm season in a new bedtime story that could save the […]
Residents in the G72 postcode area may experience discolored tap water today due to recent repair work on a water main. Scottish Water has addressed the issue, and individuals are advised to run their taps briefly until the water clears, which should resolve on its own over time.
Beth Kojder criticizes British Gas for taking 15 months to issue a final bill and refund over £1,500 in credit, despite settled complaints and an ombudsman directive nearly a year earlier. The post prompts readers to share their experiences with utility companies regarding refunds or delays.
Gas and electricity prices are set to rise from Thursday, 1 January, meaning households across the UK could soon see higher bills. If you don’t have a smart meter or on fixed rates, this week is the ideal time to submit your meter readings to your energy supplier. Doing so helps ensure your usage is billed accurately at the […]
There is currently an outage impacting phone and broadband services for some BT and Sky customers. Numerous reports have been received this afternoon indicating problems in the area. The post inquires if others, including businesses, have experienced similar issues.
O2 mobile customers will see their bills rise by 40% more than initially communicated, increasing from £1.80 to £2.50 a month starting April 2026. This rise disproportionately affects those on cheaper plans, with most customers, regardless of contract status, facing the hike. The increase exceeds current inflation rates.