UK Households Urged to Set Thermostats to 19°C for Savings
Uswitch advises maintaining living rooms at 19°C to cut energy bills by up to £160 annually and reduce carbon emissions, offering practical tips for colder homes.
Category : Energy Efficiency
Energy Bills Cut by £117 in April as Ofgem Confirms Changes
Energy regulator Ofgem is set to announce a £117 reduction in energy bills starting April, following government moves to transfer green levies to taxation. The average household could see savings, though exact amounts will vary based on consumption.
Ofgem's Guide to Cutting UK Energy Bills
The energy regulator Ofgem has released crucial advice to help UK families reduce their energy costs, from simple adjustments to significant home upgrades, as bills are set to fall under new government plans.
Boiler Settings Tweak Could Save £87 on Energy Bills
Experts recommend adjusting condensing combi boiler flow temperatures to 55-60°C for heating, potentially reducing energy costs by up to £87 per year through simple thermostat changes.
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Laundry Hacks Save £100 on Energy and Water Bills
Experts reveal that small adjustments to washing temperatures, dryer use, and detergent habits can collectively save UK households more than £100 annually on energy and water costs.
100,000 UK Homes Face Heating Loss in Meter Shutdown
Ofgem warns 100,000 households with Radio Teleswitch Service meters must contact suppliers immediately to avoid losing heating and hot water when the signal is switched off this year.
Smart Meter £40 Payouts Start in England
Households in England with smart meter issues can now claim automatic £40 compensation from energy suppliers under new Ofgem rules effective from Monday, 23 February 2026.
Ofgem Warns 100,000 Homes Over Radio Teleswitch Meter Phase-Out
Ofgem has issued a critical warning to 100,000 households still using Radio Teleswitch Service meters, urging immediate contact with energy suppliers to avoid losing heating and hot water as the signal is switched off this year.
Cut Energy Bills by £917 on Top of Price Cap Reduction
Energy bills are set to fall in April with a £117 price cap drop, but savvy switching could save households an additional £917 annually. Experts highlight a return of market competition and seamless switching processes.
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Energy Bills to Fall 7% This Spring with Government Help
Households across Britain will see energy bills fall by 7% starting April 1, with the price cap dropping to £1,641. The reduction comes from government interventions announced in the Budget, though network costs and wholesale volatility pose future challe
Ofgem Price Cap Drops £117 for UK Households from April
The energy regulator Ofgem will reduce its price cap by £117 to £1,641 annually from April 1, 2026, a 7% decrease. Chancellor Rachel Reeves had previously announced a £150 cut, achieved by scrapping the ECO scheme.
Energy Price Cap Falls £117 from April 1
Cornwall Insight forecasts a £117 reduction in the energy price cap to £1,641 from April 1, 2026, offering relief to millions of UK households amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
British Gas: 4-Minute Shower Rule Saves £70 on Energy Bills
British Gas advises UK households to limit showers to four minutes, potentially saving £70 yearly on energy bills and conserving water amid cold weather.
UK Households Save £395 on Energy Bills After Standing Charge Cut
Energy standing charges will be reduced from April, saving households £395 annually. The government mandates suppliers to shift warm home discount costs to unit rates, improving fairness.
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Five-Year Smart Meter Fault Leads to £40 Compensation
A Moray man with a broken smart meter for five years welcomes new Ofgem rules granting automatic £40 compensation for installation delays over six weeks.
Energy Standing Charges Cut: £40 Annual Savings for UK Homes
Millions of UK households will save approximately £40 per year as the Labour government confirms a reduction in energy standing charges starting April 1, 2026.
British Gas: Seal Homes Before Weekend Cold Snap
British Gas advises sealing windows, doors, and letterboxes to reduce heat loss and lower energy bills by up to £60 annually as freezing temperatures approach.
Winter Heating Myths That Hike Up Your Energy Bills
Experts reveal common misconceptions about thermostat use and heating practices that could be costing UK households hundreds of pounds extra this winter.
Wylfa Nuclear Site Gets £25m Environmental Contract
A £25 million contract has been awarded to specialist consultancies WSP and Mott MacDonald for environmental and permitting works at the Wylfa nuclear site on Anglesey, marking a key milestone in the UK's Small Modular Reactor programme.
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Save £276 a Year on Energy Bills with Easy Switch
Energy experts reveal millions of UK households are overpaying, with potential savings of £276 per year by switching to better-value tariffs using smart services.
British Gas Warns of Rising Energy Bills by 2030
British Gas warns UK households that energy bills could exceed 2022 crisis levels by 2030 due to system costs, sparking political debate over net zero policies.
Save £87 Annually With One Boiler Change
Lowering your boiler's flow temperature to 55-60°C can save up to £87 per year by improving efficiency. Experts explain how this simple adjustment works and its benefits.
Free Boiler Change Cuts Energy Bills, Say Scientists
Energy experts have identified a simple, cost-free adjustment to boiler flow temperature that can reduce gas consumption by up to 16% without sacrificing home warmth.
Ideal Thermostat Temperature to Save £145 a Year
Energy experts advise setting thermostats between 18-21°C, with a 1°C reduction potentially saving up to £145 annually on heating bills through efficient temperature management.
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E.ON: Small Thermostat Tweak Saves £90 Annually
E.ON Next advises households to lower thermostats by 1°C to save around £90 yearly, offering practical energy-saving tips including smart meter use and boiler adjustments.
Martin Lewis: Heating On All Day Cost Advice
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis explains whether leaving heating on all day saves money, focusing on heat loss, insulation, and modern boiler efficiency.
Octopus Energy Tariffs Save Businesses £400 on Bills
Octopus Energy's innovative Shape Shifters and Agile tariffs are helping UK businesses reduce energy costs by up to 40%, with one Yorkshire florist saving £400 annually.
Cover Keyholes Before Cold Snap, UK Households Told
The Met Office warns of unsettled weather with rain, wind and snow, prompting Energy Saving Trust advice on draught-proofing homes including covering keyholes.
Martin Lewis Settles Heating Debate: Best Method
MoneySavingExpert founder Martin Lewis has clarified the debate on leaving heating on all day versus turning it on when needed, drawing on expert research.
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Energy Bill Loophole Cuts Labour's £150 Discount
A technical loophole in Labour's flagship £150 energy bill reduction could leave thousands of households receiving only £90, disproportionately affecting customers of smaller energy suppliers.
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