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.
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Martin Lewis '4pm Rule' Saves 17% on Heating
Octopus Energy backs Martin Lewis's simple '4pm rule' for closing curtains, which can reduce heat loss by up to 17% during the UK's cold snap. Start saving today!
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 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.
Octopus Energy's 30-Minute Rule for SMEs
Octopus Energy launches the UK's first fully agile energy tariff for SMEs. Prices update every 30 minutes, enabling businesses to save over 25% by using cheaper, greener power.
British Gas offers £1,700 energy debt grants
Struggling with energy bills? The British Gas Energy Trust is offering grants of up to £1,700 to clear debt, and you don't need to be a customer. Apply for support now.
Best time to turn heating on during snow
Energy experts reveal the ideal time to turn your heating on and off to save money and stay warm as snow and ice hit Birmingham and the Midlands.
10-Second Dryer Trick Cuts £131 Energy Costs
Discover how a simple 10-second laundry separation technique can reduce tumble dryer energy consumption and save money on electricity bills this winter.
Phantom appliances add £630 to UK energy bills
Energy experts warn UK households are wasting up to £630 yearly on 'phantom load' devices left on standby. Discover the top 10 culprits and how to save.
Octopus Energy's £80 savings tip costs 99p
Octopus Energy reveals a little-known hack to save £80 on energy bills. The secret? DIY draught-proofing with items costing less than £1. Act now to cut your costs!
TalkTalk confirms £4 monthly price rise from 2026
Millions of TalkTalk customers face a £48 annual bill increase from April 2026. Learn how this mid-contract rise affects you and discover fixed-price alternatives.
Octopus Energy £100m funding for zero bills homes
Octopus Energy secures £100m funding to create over 1,000 homes with no energy bills for 5-10 years through innovative green technology. Discover how this world-first initiative tackles fuel poverty.
Energy bills to drop 1% in January before rising
Ofgem's price cap will fall by only £22 annually in January 2026 before a £75 April increase. Network costs, not wholesale prices, drive future hikes.
Energy bills to fall £22 in January before April hike
UK households to see a £22 drop in energy bills from January, but experts warn of a significant price increase in April. Compare fixed deals now to save.
Millions to get £150 energy discount this winter
British Gas and Octopus are writing to millions of customers about the £150 Warm Home Discount. Find out if you're eligible for this crucial winter bill support.
Save £200 on energy bills with kitchen swaps
UK households can save hundreds on soaring energy bills by swapping ovens for air fryers or microwaves. Experts reveal the simple kitchen changes that cut costs.
Martin Lewis's 4pm Rule to Cut Energy Bills
Money expert Martin Lewis urges UK households to adopt a simple 4pm curtain rule to retain heat and save money as energy bills rise and cold snap hits.
O2, EE, Virgin Media confirm 2026 price rises
Millions of O2, EE and Virgin Media customers will see fixed price increases on their mobile and broadband bills from April 2026. Discover how much more you'll pay.
£150 Energy Bill Discount for Millions This Winter
Millions of UK households on benefits like Universal Credit will receive a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim.
Martin Lewis: Turn Off 'Demon Appliance' to Save
Martin Lewis urges homeowners to ditch costly tumble dryers as energy debt hits £780m. Discover his simple, cost-effective drying alternatives to slash your bills.
Heat pump subsidy rules change for UK households
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to restrict heat pump subsidies to benefit recipients only, affecting hundreds of thousands of households in Autumn Budget measures.
Octopus Energy's Zero Bills scheme expands to France
Octopus Energy expands its Zero Bills initiative to France, offering households no energy costs for five years. Discover how this green tech innovation works and its global potential.
35 million overpay on energy bills - urgent warning
35 million UK households remain on costly Standard Variable Rate energy tariffs. Experts warn switching suppliers could save up to £679. Act now before winter.
EDF's New Tariff Could Save Customers £187 a Year
EDF Energy launches FreePhase, a time-of-use energy tariff with potential annual savings of £187. Choose between dynamic or static pricing to cut your electricity bills.
Free £200 gadget to save £1000 on energy bills
UK households can access free thermal imaging cameras worth £200 to find heat leaks. This simple tool could help you save up to £1,000 on annual energy bills. Discover how to get yours now.
Octopus Energy offers 5 years of zero energy bills
Octopus Energy launches 'Zero Bills' retrofit initiative, eliminating energy costs for UK households for five years. Discover how to cut your bills and carbon footprint.
UK households face £250 energy bill increase
Millions of British households could be hit with an extra £250 per year on energy bills to fund hydrogen heating projects, sparking concerns about affordability during the cost of living crisis.
3M UK Homes Face £170 Monthly Energy Bills
Millions of British families could see their energy bills skyrocket to £170 per month as price cap changes loom. Discover which households are most at risk and what support is available.
British Gas changes rules affecting millions of customers
British Gas has implemented significant changes to customer accounts that could affect millions of households. Discover how these new rules might impact your energy costs and what you need to know.
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