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.
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.
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.
Struggling UK families can get free air fryers, boilers & more via the British Gas Energy Trust's scheme. Find out how to access vital support this winter.
Millions of UK households to receive a £150 Warm Home Discount directly from suppliers like British Gas and Octopus. Check if you're eligible for this winter support.
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.
New IAM RoadSmart survey reveals 46% of UK adults have discussed driving safety with older relatives. Charity calls for licence renewal review as government considers new road safety strategy.
Matalan has issued an urgent recall for seven children's clothing items due to hazardous poppers that could cause cuts. Return affected products immediately for a full refund.
UK households face a £75 energy bill increase in April 2026 as network costs rise. Learn how this affects British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo, and Octopus customers.
Gloucestershire Fire Brigade warns combining electric blankets with hot water bottles could cause electrocution as temperatures plummet to -7°C. Stay safe with these essential tips.
A police road safety expert reveals five crucial tips for new and young drivers during Road Safety Week. Learn how to stay safe and reduce risks on UK roads.
British Gas owner Centrica cancels Christmas parties for 21,000 staff while hosting lavish black-tie event for senior management. Union condemns 'breathtaking' decision.
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.
Feeling anxious about nights out in Birmingham? Discover five crucial safety measures, from drink covers to the 'Ask for Angela' scheme, to empower your evening.
An Essex couple ditched their gas boiler for a revolutionary heating system, cutting their energy bills from £375 to just £40. Discover how this green tech works.
Discover how Birmingham bars use the secret 'Ask for Angela' code to protect vulnerable patrons. Learn which venues participate and how it works to ensure nightlife safety.
Residents near Granville Landfill in Telford are warned of a temporary increase in unpleasant odours during essential gas well installation work in December 2025.
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.
British Gas CEO Chris O'Shea warns Labour's rapid Net Zero transition could create unaffordable energy prices. Read the full analysis of this critical energy bill warning.
British Gas is paying up to £1,700 to help clear energy debt. You don't need to be a customer to apply for this vital financial support. Find out if you're eligible now.
Thousands of Tomato Energy customers are being transferred to British Gas after the supplier's collapse. Credit balances are protected under Ofgem's safety net. Learn what happens next.
Birmingham erupts in violence as Aston Villa fans clash with police ahead of Europa Conference League match. Tear gas deployed, multiple arrests made, and transport chaos ensues in shocking pre-match scenes.
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.
Exclusive dashcam video reveals the moment a truck driver appears to fall asleep on the M6, veering across lanes in a heart-stopping incident that could have ended in tragedy.
UK drivers are being alerted to a potentially fatal danger hiding in their vehicles. That distinctive rotten egg odour could signal a lethal gas leak that demands immediate action.
West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.
Millions of UK households face financial strain as British Gas, EDF, E.ON and Octopus Energy confirm energy price increases starting this autumn. Discover how this will impact your bills and what support is available.
Conservative MP Marie Goldman praises the Royal National Lifeboat Institution's vital community role beyond emergency rescues, highlighting education and prevention work.
Amazon issues urgent product recall for magnetic stainless steel balls sold on its UK platform over serious safety concerns. Consumers warned to stop use immediately.
A significant gas leak has forced the closure of a busy section of Coventry Road in Birmingham, with engineers working around the clock and disruption expected to continue for days.
TomTom revolutionises road safety with groundbreaking hazard alert technology that warns drivers of dangers ahead in real-time, potentially preventing accidents across Britain.