Octopus Energy Confirms Optimal Thermostat Temperature to Save on Heating Bills Sunday, February 8, 2026 thermostat heating energy savings octopusenergy winter temperature costs efficiency home As winter bites and temperatures are set to plunge to freezing with snow expected in some regions, rising heating costs have become a major concern. With heating bills now about £600 more per year than in 2022, many … Read More
Octopus Energy Confirms Optimal Thermostat Temperature for Savings Sunday, February 8, 2026 thermostat heating energy savings temperature octopusenergy home winter efficiency costs As colder weather settles in and forecasts predict snow and sub-zero temperatures, many households are searching for ways to manage rising central heating expenses. With heating costs now approximately £600 higher annually … Read More
Pub Landlords Criticize Government’s 15% Business Rates Discount as Insufficient Relief Sunday, February 1, 2026 pubs businessrates hospitality government taxation publicans relief costs vat industry The government’s recent announcement of a 15% discount on business rates for pubs starting in April has been met with criticism from pub landlords, who describe the relief package as “too little, too late.” Alongside the … Read More
Gloucester’s Friendship Cafe to Close Amid Rising Costs and Funding Shortfall Wednesday, December 10, 2025 gloucester cafe community funding closure charity costs support chequersbridge friendshipcafe A beloved community hub in Gloucester is set to close its coffee shop in the coming weeks, leaving many locals saddened. The Friendship Cafe, located at Chequers Bridge Community Centre on Painswick Road, announced its … Read More
Gloucester’s Friendship Cafe to Close Amid Rising Costs and Funding Challenges Wednesday, December 10, 2025 gloucester cafe community closure funding costs charity chequersbridge friendship councillor The Friendship Cafe, a cherished community spot at Chequers Bridge Community Centre in Gloucester, has announced it will be closing its coffee shop in the coming weeks. The closure comes as a result of escalating operational … Read More
Pub Called The Hog Struggles with Rising Costs as Pint Price Jumps 20p Saturday, November 29, 2025 pub price government costs pint landlord priceincrease hospitality regulations business The Hog, a popular local pub, has voiced its frustration over recent government policy changes that have led to a significant increase in operating costs. As a result, the pub has raised the price of a pint by 20p, a move … Read More