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Primark 'insider' shares exact date for Christmas reductions
An alleged Primark employee claims to know the exact date for major reductions on Christmas lines. Find out when to bag the best bargains before the big day.
Energy suppliers confirm automatic £150 bill savings
British Gas, E.ON Next and Octopus Energy confirm Budget savings will be applied automatically in April. Uswitch urges other suppliers to provide clarity to households.
Major suppliers confirm £150 energy bill cut for millions
Millions of UK households will see energy bills fall by around £150 from April 2026 as E.ON Next, Octopus Energy and British Gas pledge to pass on government cost reductions. Find out how you'll benefit.
Octopus Energy refunds now processed in 24 hours
Octopus Energy has dramatically accelerated its refund process, with customers now able to receive energy credit payments back to their bank accounts in as little as one day. Learn how to claim yours.
Simple thermostat tweak saves £90 on energy bills
OVO Energy advises UK households that reducing thermostat temperature by just one degree could cut £90 from yearly bills. Learn more simple tips to slash costs.
Best Times for Supermarket Reductions Revealed
An expert reveals the exact times to shop at Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Lidl and Morrisons for the biggest discounts on reduced items. Plan your Christmas shop and save.
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.
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.
Birmingham Council commissioners extended until at least 2028
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council until at least 2028. The ongoing bins strike and equal pay liabilities are key challenges slowing the council's recovery.
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.
OVO Issues £300 Energy Savings at London Event
OVO Energy's community event in London offered free advice and products, aiming to save households £300 annually. Get support and cut your bills this winter.
Martin Lewis's LED Christmas lights bill warning
Money expert Martin Lewis reveals how a simple switch to LED Christmas lights could save UK households over £1.60 per 100 bulbs monthly. Act now to cut your festive energy costs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Switch energy suppliers for £170 savings
E.ON Next's new fixed tariff offers £170 savings against the incoming Energy Price Cap. Discover how to switch and save on your bills today.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
£150 energy bill help from British Gas, Octopus, Eon
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.
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.
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.
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