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Night vs day – when is energy cheaper and how much could you save?
Can you save money using energy at different times of day and night? We ask the experts.
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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British Gas vs Shell Energy – which is the better provider?
If you're torn on which energy provider to choose, we've compared the biggest suppliers to help you decide
By Hannah Nemeth Last updated
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SSE Energy vs Shell Energy – which energy provider should I choose?
SSE Energy vs Shell Energy: we compare these energy providers on their cheapest deals and the quality of their customer service to their green credentials.
By Hannah Nemeth Last updated
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Get paid to use less energy: British Gas and Octopus Energy offer £100 to cut energy use
Get paid to use less energy with British Gas, Octopus and Ovo. Cash offer starts in November and runs until March 2023.
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Green tariffs: choosing the best green energy options for your home
Getting a great deal on a green tariff can not only reduce your energy bills, it's good for the environment too
By Hannah Nemeth Last updated
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"Selling my car to buy an electric cargo bike and solar panels will cut my energy bills"
One reader tells us how she is using an electric cargo bike and solar panels to reduce her energy bills
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Energy bills: Nearly half of adults struggled to pay before prices surged
Over five million households at risk of not being able to pay their energy bills
By Tom Higgins Last updated
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Energy bill freeze coming? More details of Liz Truss's rumoured plan emerge
New prime minister promises a support package for energy bills that will bypass October’s rise in the price cap
By Katie Binns Last updated
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More action on energy bills needed by July, says ScottishPower boss
ScottishPower boss calls for a ‘targeted’ support plan for the most vulnerable by July, before further energy price increases in October
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Can two simple boiler changes save £300 on your energy bill?
The changes boiler experts say many of us can make to shave pounds of our energy bills
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Octopus energy to take on 1.5million Bulb customers - what it means for you
Customers of bust energy firm Bulb will move to Octopus Energy - we explain what it means if you're affected
By Adam French Last updated
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Money saving boiler challenge could cut your energy bill by up to £112 - here's how
One easy change to your boiler could save you around £112 a year. Here’s what the money saving boiler challenge is all about and how you can take part
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Cut the running cost of your TV by changing its picture settings
Research by Which? shows you could save money on your energy bill by changing the picture settings on your TV
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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The hazardous ways to heat and light your home you should avoid
As households look for cheaper ways to use electricity in the home amid energy costs rising, an insurer warns it is encouraging hazardous choices. We've asked the experts how you can stay safe and what to avoid
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Does putting cling film on your windows save on heating bills?
As households brace for a colder weather and higher energy bills, will putting cling film on your windows to keep the heat in? We explain if it will work.
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Energy monitoring plug: Ideal Home put it to the test for a week and found which home appliance uses the most electric
From the kettle and toaster to the airfryer and electric blanket, Ideal Home found which home appliance uses the most and the least electricity
By Katie Binns Last updated
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What is the price cap unit rate? How your energy bill is calculated
The energy price cap might sound like a cap on how much you actually pay - but it isn’t. We explain how your gas and electricity bill is calculated.
By Katie Binns Last updated
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How to cut heating costs: six things you can do today
Cutting heating costs while staying warm is essential with energy bills much higher than last winter, despite the energy price guarantee.
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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When is the best time to put the central heating on? Your heating questions answered
With the cost of energy rising, It’s important to have all the facts before turning up the thermostat. We look at when you should put your heating on, how high to set it and other ways to heat a room
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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Energy prices to rise on Saturday: why the new price cap is not £2,500, plus more of your questions answered
Energy prices are not being capped at £2,500, the truth is less straightforward but it is essential you understand how the new limit works
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Energy bill freeze: winners and losers
Who are the winners and losers from the prime minister’s support package to tackle rising energy bills? Not everyone stands to benefit equally
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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LATEST: Fixed energy bills to get an automatic discount
Households will see their energy bills freeze from October until 2024. If you’re on a fixed energy deal you may be feeling left in the lurch as to whether you’ll see your bills fall in line with other customers. We explain everything you need to know
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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Energy price freeze - what does it mean for the October energy price cap?
Truss puts a freeze on the energy price cap - we explain what it means for your energy bills from October
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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Octopus Energy is giving out 10,000 free electric blankets- here’s how to get one
Octopus Energy is helping households that are struggling with energy costs by giving away free electric blankets to its customers. We tell you how to get one
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Energy meter reading day: there's still time to submit your reading and avoid getting overcharged
URGENT: If you took gas and electricity meter readings before 1 October – but haven’t sent them to your supplier – don’t panic as there’s still time to do it
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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Energy firms told to improve customer help: how your supplier should support you with your energy bills
Ofgem has revealed customer support from energy suppliers is not up to standard. See how your provider ranks and what to do if you are not treated right
By Vaishali Varu Published
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How much does it cost to run a tumble dryer?
In light of energy bills rising, we found out how much it costs to run a tumble dryer and how you can lower costs
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Home insulation grants: can you get help paying for loft and cavity wall insulation?
Home insulation grants can help you afford loft and cavity wall insulation which could save up to £1,060 per year on energy bills. We tell you who can do it, how and what financial support is available
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Energy bill hardship funds - where you can still apply
Could you be eligible for help with your energy bill from your provider?
By Katie Binns Last updated
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