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Prepayment meter energy vouchers worth millions of pounds unclaimed - how to get yours
380,000 energy vouchers were left unclaimed by households on prepayment meters, Post Office data reveals
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Council tax break for millions in February and March - but rises from April are expected for many
Council tax is typically paid over 10 months - meaning millions of us won’t pay it in February and March
By Katie Binns • Published
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More than 200,000 parents missing out on healthy start payments
More than 215,000 of those who are pregnant or have a child under the age of four are missing out on a monthly pre-paid card to help with food costs
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Wrongful prepayment meter installation: could you be due compensation?
Prepayment meter customers may be in line for compensation after a scandal involving British Gas. We explain when can an energy firm can apply for a warrant to break into your home and install a prepayment meter
By Katie Binns • Published
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Water meter vs rates- which is cheaper to run water?
Is it cheaper to have a water meter or be on a fixed rate? Good to know when a soak in the tub becoming more expensive.
By Vaishali Varu • Last updated
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Water bills up in April: how much more will you pay?
Water bills are set to go up in April – what does this mean for you and how to get help with bills
By Sue Hayward • Published
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How to reduce your water bill
Water bills are going up across England and Wales in April by an average of £31 a year but there are plenty of ways you can slash your bills
By Sue Hayward • Last updated
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The best energy suppliers for 2023 - and the worst, revealed by consumer organisation
See if your energy provider is rated as one of the best or below-average energy suppliers for 2023
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Best broadband deals February 2023
Here are the best broadband deals right now. Some of the best prices are only around for a limited time.
By Vaishali Varu • Last updated
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Best SIM-only deals: save money on mobile deals
Looking for the best SIM-only deals? We've got you covered
By Vaishali Varu • Last updated
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This under-used washing machine setting can save you £37
Make this one simple change when you put the wash on and save around £37 per year on your energy bills
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Still not filed your self-assessment tax return? Make the midnight deadline to avoid a £100 fine - though the taxman will be lenient if you have a genuine excuse
The self-assessment deadline is TONIGHT. There's a £100 fine if you miss it - and 6% interest on any tax owed
By Ruth Emery • Published
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How to easily draught-proof windows and doors - plus more ways to stay warm for less
Heat is increasingly expensive, here are affordable ways to draught-proof windows and doors and hold on to as much of it as you can
By Esther Shaw • Last updated
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5G hub vs fibre broadband - do you really need a wired broadband connection?
UK’s 5G network is growing which means there might not be a need for broadband connection anymore, how is 5G hub different and it is worth it?
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Wood-burning stove vs central heating ‒ which is cheaper?
Wood-burning stove vs central heating ‒ which is cheaper? With households trying to spend less on energy, we compare the two.
By Katie Binns • Last updated
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Can thermal curtains save £327 per year on your heating bill?
Quick and affordable, thermal curtains could cut £100s off your heating bill according to experts
By Vaishali Varu • Last updated
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Millions of Virgin Media customers to see a 13.8% hike in broadband bills
Virgin Media announces broadband bill hike of 13.8% for customers from April or May - find out if you can beat it
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Save up to £350 on a new iPhone or Samsung with this simple money-saving hack
How to cut costs by changing the way you buy your phone - how you can save £350 on your phone bill
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Missing cost of living payment: “Am I owed £650 from last year?”
“Am I owed £650 from last year?” Money Edit reader Anne thinks she is missing cost of living payments. Katie Binns helps her find outt. We help her find out
By Katie Binns • Published
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What temperature should a room be?
Knowing what temperature a room should be could make your home more energy efficient and save you money
By Vaishali Varu • Last updated
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National Grid activates plan to pay households to use less electricity between 5pm and 6pm - we explain eligibility
Millions of households will be paid up to £20 to turn off their appliances this evening amid electricity supply being tighter than normal
By Katie Binns • Last updated
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Council tax hikes 2023 – how much more could you pay?
We reveal the councils that have confirmed or submitted plans to hike council tax bills, and how much more you can expect to pay
By Nicole García Mérida • Last updated
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Prepayment meters: your rights and how they work
Millions of homes pay for their energy through prepayment meters. But do you pay more if you’re on a prepayment meter?
By John Fitzsimons • Last updated
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Economy 7 electricity price hikes: what you need to know
Households with Economy 7 could see electricity bills go up this month as suppliers raise prices – how can this happen under the Energy Price Guarantee?
By Sue Hayward • Published
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Sky Mobile confirms 9% price hike in February: your options
From 14 February, Sky Mobile customers who are out of contract will see an average 9% price rise on their phone bill. Here’s everything you need to know
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Is electricity cheaper at night in the UK? Economy 7 explained
You can get cheaper electricity at night with an Economy 7 meter - but it can come with financial and safety risks if not use correctly
By Sue Hayward • Last updated
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BT, EE and Three confirm 14% bill hikes: how to beat them
BT, EE and Three customers will see price hikes on their broadband bills later this year. We tell you how much prices are going up and what you can do about it
By Vaishali Varu • Published
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Council tax reduction for pensioners: am I eligible and how to claim?
Everything you need to know about claiming council tax reduction for pensioners
By Sue Hayward • Last updated
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Standard variable vs fixed rate – which energy tariff should you go for?
Standard variable vs fixed rate tariff – with wholesale gas prices falling, the latest forecasts reveal typical energy bills could fall well below the EPG level as soon as July.
By Georgie Frost • Last updated
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