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Octopus Energy's £65 Boiler Tip Saves Money

Octopus Energy advises adjusting your boiler's flow temperature to save up to £65 on energy bills this Christmas. Learn the simple settings for combi and system boilers.

Octopus Energy's £65 Boiler Saving Tip

Octopus Energy advises customers to adjust their boiler's flow temperature to between 55°C and 60°C, potentially saving £65 on energy bills. The firm also announces the spin-off of its tech arm, Kraken.

Public pension bill hits £200k per UK household

Analysis reveals the UK's unfunded public sector pension liability has surged to £5.8 trillion, burdening each household with £203,000. Experts warn of an intergenerational betrayal. Read the full report.

Save £80 on energy bills with draught-proofing

EDF and Octopus Energy reveal how simple draught-proofing methods can slash your heating costs by up to £80 annually. Learn how to keep your home warmer for less this winter.

Driver hit with £108,000 fine for Ulez offences

A Kia Ceed owner has accumulated a staggering £108,000 in penalties for repeatedly violating London's Ulez and Congestion Charge rules. Discover the full story and the consequences of non-payment.

Martin Lewis Names Cheapest Energy Tariffs

Money expert Martin Lewis identifies the cheapest fixed energy tariffs from Octopus, Eon and EDF as bills are set to rise again in January. Discover how to save over 10% on your energy costs.

DWP begins Universal Credit fraud crackdown

Chancellor Rachel Reeves greenlights a DWP crackdown on Universal Credit fraud, aiming to save £1.2bn. Claimants are told to gather financial evidence to avoid penalties.

Octopus Energy £600 reward for energy-saving tasks

Octopus Energy is rewarding UK households with up to £600 for completing eight simple energy-saving tasks. Learn how adjusting your boiler flow temperature and other tips can cut bills significantly.

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.

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.

HMRC K Tax Codes Cutting Personal Allowances

HMRC is using K tax codes to recover historic debts via PAYE, effectively creating a negative Personal Allowance for some UK workers. Discover what this means and how to check your payslip.

UK's £3.8bn Christmas BNPL Debt Warning

Brits set to spend nearly £4 billion using Buy Now, Pay Later this festive season. Experts warn of credit score risks and aggressive debt collectors. Read the full alert.

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.

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.

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