The UK government will increase the energy price cap on July 1, 2026, due to rising delivery costs. This change affects all energy providers and is linked to recent geopolitical events, specifically the U.S. war with Iran. The local energy company has announced an additional charge, raising bills by approximately £400 annually.
Higher energy bills will affect 30 million UK households as the energy regulator raises the price cap starting July 1, resulting in a nearly 13% increase in gas and electricity costs. The conflict in Iran is driving these rising costs, leading to an annual bill of £1,862, an increase of £221.
Scottish Power Energy Networks is conducting excavations on Hunthill Road in Blantyre to address an LV fault. The work is expected to last until May 27, 2026. While there may be localized disruptions, impacts on drivers are anticipated to be minimal.
SP Energy Networks is launching projects in Glasgow and Lanarkshire to enhance network capacity and resilience. Starting on April 27, 2026, upgrades at Callaghan Wynd in Blantyre will last about four weeks, involving cable and substation improvements. Traffic management will be implemented, but resident access and electricity supply will remain unaffected.
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.