Energy grid upgrade to add £108 to household bills
UK energy regulator Ofgem greenlights a £28 billion network upgrade. Find out how this impacts your bills and the push for renewable energy.
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Energy bills to rise £108 for network upgrades
Ofgem approves £28bn energy network investment, adding £108 to bills by 2031. British Gas, EDF, E.ON, Ovo, and Octopus customers affected. Read the full analysis.
Virgin Money Club M account fee rises to £14
Virgin Money is increasing the monthly fee for its Club M packaged current account by £1.50 to £14 from February 2026. Find out what the change means for your banking costs and included benefits.
Octopus Energy Hits Record 90% Customer Satisfaction
Octopus Energy achieves a record-breaking 90% customer satisfaction rating in the latest Ofgem survey, far exceeding the national average. Discover why they lead the market.
British pensioners to pay for French healthcare
British retirees in France will soon pay for healthcare as France closes a post-Brexit loophole. Changes expected next year. Get the latest details.
Martin Lewis on Ofgem's new low standing charge deals
Martin Lewis clarifies Ofgem's new low or no standing charge energy deals for 2025. Get the latest on daily charges and expert advice on whether to switch now or wait.
EV Owners Face £49 Monthly Charging Cost Rise
Electric vehicle owners in the UK could see a £49 monthly increase in charging costs from January due to the rising Ofgem price cap. Get the corrected facts here.
Warning for UK households turning heating off
Experts warn British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo and Octopus customers of the severe health and property risks of turning heating off completely this winter. Discover safer ways to save.
London EV drivers face new daily Congestion Charge
Sadiq Khan's plan to end the Cleaner Vehicle Discount could penalise early EV adopters, warns AA. Discover the impact on London's air quality goals.
Black Friday 2025: Huge Home Office Savings
Black Friday 2025 offers massive discounts on home office gear. Save on standing desks, Nespresso machines, ergonomic chairs, and heaters from Amazon, Argos, and more. Upgrade your workspace today!
Check for £126 energy refund if you moved house
Millions who switched energy suppliers after moving home may be owed £126 refunds. Ofgem reveals £240m in unclaimed credit. Act now to claim your money.
Man in court over two murders and rape
Simon Levy, 40, appears at the Old Bailey accused of murdering two women and raping a third in London. The case continues in February 2026.
Liverpool parade driver sobs as he admits 31 charges
Paul Doyle, 54, pleaded guilty to all charges relating to the Liverpool FC victory parade crash that injured over 130 people. Read the full court details.
Ghetts faces further charges over fatal hit-and-run
Grime artist Ghetts faces two additional dangerous driving charges following the alleged hit-and-run death of student Yubin Tamang in Ilford. Read the latest court developments.
26 energy deals beat price cap as bills rise
UK households can save up to £177 by switching to fixed-rate energy deals cheaper than the new price cap. Compare tariffs now to cut your winter bills.
64p trick to save £870 on energy bills
UK households can save up to £870 this winter by swapping central heating for a heated blanket, costing just 64p per evening. Act now to cut costs amid price cap rises.
New £49 monthly charge for UK households with driveways
UK households with driveways face a new £49 monthly EV charging cost from January due to the Ofgem price cap increase. Discover the impact on your bills.
Switch Off 6 'Vampire Devices' Before Bill Rise
UK households urged to switch off 6 'vampire devices' draining energy. Ofgem confirms price cap rise in January 2026. Act now to save money.
Check Your £150 Energy Bill Support Eligibility
Six million UK households could be eligible for £150 off their energy bills via the Warm Home Discount. Martin Lewis explains how to claim this vital support.
West Kirby businesses threaten closures over parking fees
West Kirby faces a crossroads as new parking charges threaten to drive shoppers away. With 50 business closures already, traders fear this could be the final straw for the high street.
156,000 homes risk winter heating loss in UK
Over 150,000 UK households risk losing heating this winter due to outdated meter switch-off. Energy UK urges immediate action. Check if you're affected now.
Energy debts wiped for thousands of UK households
Ofgem announces plans to wipe up to £500m in historic energy debts for 195,000 struggling households. A new £5 charge will be added to bills to cover costs. Find out if you qualify.
Pay-Per-Mile Charge for UK EV Drivers
UK electric vehicle drivers could face new pay-per-mile charges as the government aims for a fair tax system. Find out what the Transport Secretary said.
New SUV taxes and parking rules proposed for UK drivers
UK drivers brace for vehicle-specific taxes as campaigners warn SUVs endanger pedestrians. Six in ten motorists support tripling parking charges for larger vehicles.
Two Million Households Owed £240m Energy Refunds
Ofgem reveals 1.9 million closed energy accounts hold credit. If you've moved house in the last five years, you could claim your money back. Act now!
Oxford drivers face £10+ parking with new congestion charge
Drivers in Oxford now face paying over £10 to park for less than an hour due to a new £5 daily congestion charge. Discover how this impacts visitors and local businesses.
Energy bills rising by £3 from January 2026
Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap rise from January 1, 2026, adding £3 to typical bills. Discover the reasons and potential government support in our guide.
Woman charged with Oasis ticket fraud
Rosie Slater, 32, has been charged with 11 counts of fraud over alleged fake Oasis ticket sales. She is due in court in December. Read the latest on this case and new ticket resale laws.
Martin Lewis: Act Now as Energy Bills Rise
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis urges UK households to compare energy tariffs as Ofgem's Price Cap rises 0.2% from January 1, 2026. Electricity costs surge while standing charges increase again.
WFH heating guide: Warmest rooms to save on bills
As Ofgem's price cap rises and a cold snap hits, discover which rooms are naturally warmest for remote work to reduce heating costs and stay comfortable this winter.
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