Energy

Sunday, March 15, 2026 poweroutage electricity nationalgrid outage highvoltage repairs energy restoration utilities safety

A high voltage fault has caused a widespread power outage, leaving hundreds of homes without electricity. The National Grid is actively working to identify and resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Residents in affected …

Saturday, March 14, 2026 energy subsidies heatingoil ofgem pricecap inflation ukeconomy middleeast fuel government

Rachel Reeves, the UK Chancellor, has signaled forthcoming targeted assistance for households struggling with rising energy bills due to ongoing Middle East tensions. Speaking to The Times, Reeves emphasized that support will … Read More

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 ofgem energy refunds credit consumers bills suppliers directdebit meterreading compensation

As energy bills continue to strain household budgets across the UK amid the ongoing cost of living crisis, many consumers may be sitting on unclaimed refunds. The energy regulator Ofgem is urging bill payers to check their … Read More

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

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

Sunday, January 25, 2026 gaming standby electricity energy savings playstation xbox appliances utility bills

As the cost-of-living crisis continues to strain household budgets, finding ways to cut down on expenses, especially utility bills, has become essential. One commonly overlooked source of unnecessary energy consumption is … Read More