Reeves Confirms Pay-Per-Mile Tax on EVs and Plug-In Hybrids
Outgoing Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, starting April 2028, with rates of 3p and 1.5p per mile respectively.
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EDF Confirms Friday Midnight Deadline for Free Electricity Offer
EDF reminds eligible customers to sign up by Friday midnight for two hours of free electricity during England's quarter-final match on Saturday, plus a new heatwave relief initiative.
Lupin Named World's Most Sustainable Company
Birmingham-based Lupin has been recognized by Time and Statista as one of the world's most sustainable companies, ranking high for its environmental and social initiatives.
Driveway Households Can Save £1,100 as Energy Cap Rises
Homeowners with driveways can save £1,100 yearly by switching to smart EV tariffs as Ofgem's price cap rises 13% from July 1, increasing average bills to £1,862.
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£9,000 Heat Pump Grants for UK Households from July 21
Households on heating oil in England and Wales will receive £9,000 off a heat pump from July 21, an increase of £1,500 from the previous £7,500 grant, confirmed by Sir Keir Starmer as he steps down as PM.
Nationwide: Cut £400 Off Energy Bills with Upgrades
Nationwide Building Society reveals UK households can save £400 annually on energy bills by upgrading homes to EPC rating C or above, with improvements costing around £8,100 on average.
Shell EV Concept Charges in Under 10 Minutes
Shell's Triple 10 Challenge concept EV charges from 10% to 80% in 9 minutes 54 seconds using a standard 175kW charger, achieving 10 km/kWh efficiency and a 10-tonne CO2e lifecycle footprint.
Starmer's £117 Energy Bill Boost Before Exit
Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as Prime Minister, but not before securing an average £117 annual cut in energy bills for UK households, effective through June.
Octopus Energy Launches Home Battery Range to Cut Bills
Octopus Energy announces new home battery range including plug-in and wall-mounted systems, expected to help millions of households across Europe reduce energy bills.
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UK households under £36k get £15,000 energy grant
Households earning under £36,000 in England can receive up to £30,000 in grants for energy-saving improvements like insulation, heat pumps, and solar panels.
Free trick saves UK mum £500 on energy bills annually
Vikki Chandler, a stay-at-home mum from Wales, saved £476 on energy bills by joining EDF's Sunday Saver challenge, earning 16 free hours of electricity each Sunday.
UK Warm Homes Plan: Free Upgrades and Grants to Cut Bills
The Warm Homes Plan offers free upgrades for 3 million homes and grants for heat pumps. Learn how to reduce energy costs and meet new EPC rules by 2030.
Electric Bike and Scooter Fires Surge 147% in Three Years
Electric bike and scooter fires are occurring daily, with a 147% increase over three years. Urgent calls for new laws as fire services tackle lithium-ion battery fires every five hours.
DIY Balcony Solar Panels: Save Energy at Home
Discover how balcony solar panels can cut energy bills. Easy DIY installation, affordable options on eBay, and tips for home energy savings.
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Henry Vacuum Maker Activates £1m Solar Farm
Numatic International, maker of the Henry vacuum cleaner, has activated a new £1m solar park in Chard, Somerset, to power manufacturing and cut carbon emissions.
EON Next: Up to £700 Off Solar and Battery Installations
E.ON Next is offering households up to £700 off solar panel and battery installations from 13-26 May 2026. Existing customers can get extra discounts.
New EV Charger and Solar Panel Scheme Saves Drivers £171
Heva Energy offers EV chargers and solar panels with no upfront costs via salary sacrifice. Employees can save up to £171 monthly on energy bills.
93% of UK Homebuyers Demand Solar Panels and Heat Pumps
Nine in 10 UK homebuyers now consider solar panels, heat pumps, and EV chargers essential, driven by rising energy costs and a desire for energy security.
Octopus Energy £860 Boost for Driveway Owners
Octopus Energy confirms £860 annual savings for customers with driveways. Survey reveals EV drivers are satisfied, while fuel drivers have misconceptions about costs.
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Solar Panel Demand Surges 50% as Households Seek Control
Solar panel sales jumped 50% in March as rising bills and global instability drive demand. Experts say cost savings, not just green goals, now motivate buyers.
Martin Lewis on Ofgem Review to Hold Energy Firms Accountable
MoneySavingExpert founder Martin Lewis has shared his verdict on the Ofgem review, which aims to empower the regulator to protect consumers and enforce standards in the energy market.
Ofgem Can Ban Energy Boss Bonuses in Regulatory Overhaul
The UK government grants Ofgem new authority to hold energy executives personally accountable and ban bonuses for rule breaches, marking the first major update since 2000.
UK Plan to Unshackle Electricity Bills from Gas Price Volatility
The Government announces measures to break the link between electricity bills and global gas prices, including fixed-price contracts for low-carbon energy and an increased levy on generators.
Labour's Energy Price Decoupling Plan Could Cut Bills
Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband are developing proposals to separate gas and electricity prices, aiming to lower costs for UK households amid global market volatility.
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Energy Bills to Rise: Act Now to Cushion Impact, Experts Warn
Households are urged to increase energy payments now as global conflicts push up wholesale costs, with warnings of volatile prices and potential tariff changes ahead.
Wales Risks Growing Dependence on Imported Energy
A new analysis reveals Wales has lost its status as a net electricity exporter and could become more reliant on imported gas and electricity from England unless renewable projects accelerate.
Nightly Task Before July 1 to Slash Energy Bills
Energy experts reveal simple nightly habit of switching off standby devices could save households £60-£100 annually, with additional tips to reduce bills ahead of expected July price rises.
Energy Firms Urge Households to Use More Power This Summer
British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo, and Octopus customers are encouraged to increase electricity usage during peak renewable energy periods to help balance the grid and reduce bills.
UK to Break Gas-Electricity Price Link, Slashing Bills
Ministers pledge to overhaul energy pricing, aiming to reduce household bills by hundreds as electricity costs are separated from volatile global gas markets.
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EDF Dynamic Tariff Saves Customers £112 in 3 Months
EDF's FreePhase Dynamic electricity tariff has saved customers an average of £112 over three months, offering rates nearly 30% cheaper than the price cap.
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