Energy bill cut delay creates costly 'winter gap'
A promised £150 energy bill saving won't arrive until April 2026, leaving households exposed to high winter prices. Experts warn of a 'winter gap' and suggest ways to protect yourself now.
A promised £150 energy bill saving won't arrive until April 2026, leaving households exposed to high winter prices. Experts warn of a 'winter gap' and suggest ways to protect yourself now.
As energy costs remain high this winter, Utility Warehouse offers a way to lock in rates and bundle services for savings. Discover how to take financial control.
UK state pensioners could secure a £150 energy bill discount this winter. Learn the eligibility criteria and the crucial February deadline to claim your support.
UK government plans to double fines for uninsured drivers to £600 in a bid to improve road safety and reduce insurance premiums for law-abiding motorists.
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The promised £150 energy bill cut arrives too late for winter's peak prices. We explain why fixing your tariff now could offer faster relief and immediate savings.
The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is now in force, affecting UK exporters of steel, cement, and other high-carbon goods. Experts warn of confusion and a 'mountain of paperwork' for British industry.
Great Britain's energy price cap is predicted to drop to £1,620 in April, saving typical households £138 annually. The cut follows budget changes shifting costs to general taxation. Read the full analysis.
Typical annual energy bills are forecast to fall by 8% to £1,620 in April after government budget changes shift policy costs to general taxation. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump's social media post blaming wind turbines for killing a bald eagle used an 8-year-old photo of a falcon from Israel. Discover the facts behind the viral error.
Global growth is set to slow in 2026 as Trump's tariffs hit trade and AI's promise faces a reality check. Explore the five key charts shaping the economic year ahead for the UK and world.
Tesco Mobile launches a flexible Pay As You Go Essentials tariff to help families stay in touch affordably over Christmas, with bundles from £5 and Clubcard points. Learn more.
Planning approvals for battery storage, wind and solar projects in Great Britain nearly doubled in 2025, hitting 45GW. Experts warn grid bottlenecks must be overcome to turn ambition into power.
Octopus Energy sells a $1bn stake in its software arm Kraken, valuing it at $8.65bn. CEO Greg Jackson hints at a future London stock market flotation for the UK tech success story.
Octopus Energy Group has spun off its AI platform Kraken following a major $1bn funding round. The move values Kraken at $8.65bn and aims to accelerate global growth. Read the full story.
Octopus Energy is set to sell a major stake in its software business Kraken Technologies, valuing it at up to $10bn. D1 Capital Partners and Fidelity are among the investors. Read the full story.
St Paul's West Hackney leads London's green revolution with 104 solar panels and 4 heat pumps, cutting energy costs by £10k a year. Discover how this community project is a blueprint for the UK.
Victoria's first publicly owned wind farm, Delburn, is now operational in the Latrobe Valley, marking a major shift in the state's energy strategy and creating local jobs. Discover the impact.
Donald Trump's renewed criticism of wind farms and pledge to halt offshore projects if re-elected prompts fresh debate over UK energy security and renewable investment. Read the analysis.
Origin Energy faces legal action for allegedly overcharging thousands of vulnerable former customers via Centrepay. Read the full details of the regulator's case.
Households in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra face the steepest gas price hikes, while a new government scheme aims to tackle soaring energy costs. Discover the causes and future outlook.
California achieved a historic clean energy milestone in 2025, powering its grid entirely with renewables daily. As the US federal government retreats, the Golden State positions itself as a global climate leader.
The Bank of England has cut its base rate to 3.75%, the lowest since 2023. Experts predict mortgage rates could fall to 3% by late 2026. Discover what this means for your home loan.
Residents of Saline Township, Michigan, are battling a massive data centre backed by tech tycoons, fearing soaring bills, pollution, and the destruction of their rural community. A classic David vs Goliath story unfolds.
The UK's energy security depends on domestic gas production for decades, warns a leading industry figure. Discover why new North Sea fields are deemed essential.
Ofgem announces a £28bn energy infrastructure investment, adding £108 to average household bills by 2031. Get the full breakdown of costs and government support.
Greenpeace calls on Ofgem to regulate energy grid upgrades, preventing unnecessary bill increases and ensuring value for money as the UK transitions to clean energy.
The UK government has approved the Sunnica Energy Farm, a massive 3,500-acre solar project in Suffolk. It will power 400,000 homes and create 1,000 jobs. Read more on the implications for UK energy.
Experts warn Australia's data centre boom, fuelled by AI, could triple energy demand by 2030, jeopardising net zero ambitions and increasing reliance on fossil fuels. Read the full analysis.
The UK and US have agreed a landmark deal maintaining zero tariffs on pharmaceuticals, while the NHS commits to a 25% net price increase for new medicines. Explore the details and implications.