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Best gas and electricity deals
Energy prices will fall from July thanks to a lower energy price cap, and fixed gas and electricity deals are expected to make a comeback. We look at what is on offer
By Katie Binns Last updated
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£130 million in energy prepayment vouchers still unclaimed ‒ are you missing out on help?
Government launches campaign urging households not to miss out on energy prepayment vouchers, with millions yet to be redeemed. We explain how to claim, and when the deadline is.
By Katie Binns Last updated
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The energy price cap: what is it and how does it impact your energy costs?
The energy price cap will drop to £2,074, meaning lower bills for many of us - but what is the price cap and why does it matter when it comes to your energy bill?
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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British Gas vs E.ON: which should I choose?
We compare energy giants British Gas and E.ON to help you choose the right provider
By Rebecca Goodman Last updated
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EDF Energy vs ScottishPower – which is best for households?
We compare the two energy giants on the factors that really matter to energy customers, including the quality of their customer service and their green credentials
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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How to cut your energy bills by making your home greener
Homeowners can install solar panels, insulation and a heat pump to reduce their bills - plus there’s no VAT to pay
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Gas and electricity suppliers: how to choose the right one
Switching to a new energy supplier can mean lower bills, better customer service or simply a more environmentally friendly deal
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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Will energy prices go down in 2023?
The latest price cap kicked in at the start of July, seeing households pay around17% less for energy. But will energy prices fall further this year? We look at what you can expect to pay and what will happen to energy prices in 2023
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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Octopus Energy relaunches energy tracker deal – we explain what you need to know and if it could save you money
If you’re an Octopus Energy customer, you may be able to save on your energy bills with the relaunch of its tracker deal. We look at how it works
By Sue Hayward Published
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Standard variable vs fixed rate – which energy tariff should you go for?
Standard variable vs fixed-rate tariff – the fall in wholesale energy costs may mean our energy bills drop in the coming months
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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When is the Ofgem energy price cap announced? And what it could mean for bills
We reveal when the next Ofgem energy price cap will be announced, and what it means for your bills
By Adam French Last updated
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How to switch your gas and electricity supplier
Switching energy suppliers could save you cash, and is easy to do since the suppliers do the hard work for you. Here’s what you need to know when switching gas and electricity supplier.
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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Hundreds of Boost energy customers left with unexpected debt - what are your rights?
Households with a Boost prepayment meter are being hit with extra charges as the energy supplier confesses to a billing error on their end. We explain your rights
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 an energy firm can apply for a warrant to break into your home and install a prepayment meter
By Katie Binns 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, and can you say “no” to having one installed?
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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How much does it cost to run a kettle?
Whether you want to use the kettle for a hot drink or cooking, you might be asking yourself how much does it cost to run a kettle?
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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The best energy suppliers for 2023 – and the worst, revealed by Which?
See if your energy provider is rated as one of the best or below-average energy suppliers for 2023
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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How much do cooking appliances cost to run?
Energy-saving cooking tips from the Energy Saving Trust
By Katie Binns Published
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Heat pumps: why you can claim a £5,000 government grant for longer
Why you now have more time to apply for a government grant towards getting a heat pump in your home
By Sue Hayward Published
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British Gas cuts energy bills by £15 for prepayment meter customers from April
One million British Gas customers on energy prepayment meters will save around £15 as British Gas cuts its penalty three months early
By Sue Hayward Published
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Ovo Energy launches a one-year fixed deal to beat the energy price guarantee – but can it actually save you money on energy bills?
Ovo energy has announced a one-year fixed deal for customers – we look at what it’s offering and if it can help you save money on your energy bills
By Sue Hayward Published
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This £30 purchase could cut £300 off your energy bill
This £30 purchase can keep you warm and could save you more than £300 on your energy bill over the winter months.
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Energy supplier switching: move supplier and get up to £75
A number of energy suppliers looking to draw in new customers are now offering incentives if you switch to them. We look at how much you can bag when you move to another supplier, what it involves and if it is worth it.
By John Fitzsimons Published
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How to save £130 by switching to OVO Energy
Looking to cut your energy costs? A new offer from Ovo Energy could bag you saving of around £130 - we have all the details
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Government confirms Energy Price Guarantee extension
The Energy Price Guarantee extension means household energy bills will remain at £2,500 for an extra three months
By Katie Binns Published
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Prepayment meter ‘penalty’ to be scrapped from July - will you be £45 a year better off?
Prepayment meter customers will no longer pay more than those on direct debit from July. We explain what it means for the energy bills of the 4m households affected
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Save up to £300 on energy bills with these underused appliance settings
Make these small adjustments to your appliance settings and save up to £300 - we explain how
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Cold weather payments: can you get £25 towards your energy bills?
The government has so far made more than 4.2 million cold weather payments - worth £25 each - to households this winter. We explain who is eligible and how to claim.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Energy Price Guarantee expected to be extended by three months - reports
Reports have emerged that the Energy Price Guarantee is to be frozen at £2,500 for typical households for an extra 3 months, scrapping a planned £500 rise
By Adam French Last updated
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