Exact cost Christmas lights add to your energy bill
Uswitch reveals festive decorations could add £15.87 to your energy bill this December. See the full list of costs and tips to save money on your Christmas lights.
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£150 Warm Home Discount for 6 Million Households
Over 6 million households across England, Scotland and Wales will receive a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter. Check if you qualify for this energy bill support.
DWP benefit 'mass fishing' fears as new bill passes
MPs warn new DWP powers to scan bank accounts could lead to 100,000 innocent benefit claimants being wrongly investigated. Learn how this affects civil liberties.
Council Tax Band D: £0 Bills Before £2,394 Rise
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
Council tax bills to rise by 5% next year
Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.
Pensioners face £7,500 council tax bill from 2028
Thousands of UK state pensioners could be forced to sell their homes due to new council tax surcharges of up to £7,500 annually. Learn about the impact and expert warnings.
DWP's Youth Guarantee: Work Ultimatum for Claimants
Young benefits claimants face a new DWP 'ultimatum' under a Youth Guarantee scheme. Learn how this rule change aims to cut welfare and its impact. #UKNews
500,000 face £1,080 tax bill after ISA change
A cut to the Cash ISA allowance could cost higher-rate taxpayers £1,080. Discover how the rule change impacts your savings and what you can do.
Man's £1,400 bill after smart meter fails
A Shropshire man was hit with a £1,407 bill after his smart meter stopped working. Discover your rights and the upcoming industry review.
DWP's 'blanket' crackdown could debank benefit claimants
New DWP powers allow bank account checks on Universal Credit claimants. MPs warn of 'mass fishing' operations and threats to civil liberties. Read the full analysis.
Octopus Energy adds £116,500 to customer support fund
Octopus Energy's Octo Assist fund grows by £116,500 after customer donations and company matching. Discover how this support helps UK households with heating bills this winter.
DWP crackdown on self-diagnosed conditions
Labour's Autumn Statement targets DWP benefits for self-diagnosed conditions. The Access to Work scheme, costing £321m, faces scrutiny over gadget claims. Read the full details.
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.
Families to get extra £292 a month from Wednesday
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in her Budget, giving families on Universal Credit an extra £292.81 per month. Find out how this change affects you.
Worcester MP faces backlash over Planning Bill wildlife vote
Worcester Labour MP Tom Collins is urged to stand up for wildlife after voting against protection amendments to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. Can he reconcile housing needs with nature?
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.
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.
DWP to contact benefits claimants' families in crackdown
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
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.
HMRC's £2,000 pension cap sparks warning
The UK government's proposed £2,000 salary sacrifice cap could hinder retirement savings, experts warn. Discover the impact on your pension and what it means for your future.
Energy price cap to rise in January, Martin Lewis warns
Martin Lewis urges UK households to act now as Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap rise from January 1st. Bills will increase to £1,758 annually. Check your tariff today.
Energy price cap to rise in January 2026
Households face a surprise energy bill increase as Ofgem confirms a 0.2% price cap rise for January 2026, despite predictions of a fall. Discover what this means for your budget.
Energy price cap rises: MSE urges customers to switch
Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert advises households to ditch standard variable tariffs from British Gas, Octopus, and others as the energy price cap increases in January 2026.
Rantzen's plea to Lords over assisted dying bill
Dame Esther Rantzen, terminally ill with cancer, urges House of Lords not to sabotage assisted dying legislation with 1000+ amendments. Learn about the debate shaping end-of-life choices.
Energy price cap confirmed at £1,758 for January
Ofgem confirms the energy price cap will rise to £1,758 in January 2026, a fresh cost-of-living blow for millions. Discover how to save on your bills.
UK households face £500 HMRC bill in tax shake-up
Millions of working households could receive a £500 annual bill from HMRC due to proposed dividend tax changes. Learn how this impacts investors and savings.
Energy price cap rises to £1,758 from January
Ofgem announces a new energy price cap of £1,758 for January-March. Despite a small rise, bills remain critically high, sparking calls for government action on fuel poverty.
O2 customers warned of £30 annual bill increase
Millions of O2 customers must act before Saturday to avoid £30 annual bill hike. Learn how to cancel penalty-free and save money on your mobile contract.
O2's £30 bill hike slammed as 'mockery' by Martin Lewis
Martin Lewis condemns O2's plan to raise bills by up to £30 annually from April 2026, affecting 15 million customers. Discover your rights and options now.
Government bans ticket resale for profit
New UK laws make it illegal to resell event tickets above face value. The crackdown on industrial-scale touting could save fans £112m annually. Find out how this affects you.
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