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British Gas owner profits triple to £3.3bn

Centrica, parent company of British Gas, announces record profits while millions struggle with soaring energy bills, sparking political controversy and calls for windfall taxes.

Ofgem hikes energy price cap for winter

Millions of UK households face higher energy costs this winter as Ofgem announces significant price cap increase starting October 1st, adding pressure to already strained family budgets.

Energy bills to fall as Ofgem cuts price cap

Millions of British households are set for welcome relief as the energy price cap falls by over £100 this summer, though bills remain significantly higher than pre-crisis levels.

Ofgem cuts energy price cap by £122 from October

Millions of UK households will see a welcome reduction in their energy costs this autumn as the regulator announces a significant cut to the price cap, driven by falling wholesale prices.

Renewable Investment Up 10% Despite Trump Rollback

Despite Trump's regulatory rollbacks, global renewable energy investment jumped 10% in 2025, with solar leading the charge. The US saw a 15% increase, proving clean energy's economic resilience.

10 Genius Hacks to Slash Your Energy Bills This Winter

Struggling with soaring energy costs? Discover 10 expert-approved, easy tricks to dramatically reduce your gas and electricity bills this winter. From simple thermostat tweaks to little-known boiler settings, start saving money today.

UK's Nuclear Renaissance: Is a Golden Age Finally Here?

After decades of false starts, a powerful convergence of political will, technological innovation, and energy security concerns is propelling nuclear power back to the forefront of Britain's energy strategy. Discover why the stars are aligning for a atomi

40% of UK Renters Ration Energy to Afford Bills

A damning new study reveals the brutal choice facing millions of private renters in Britain's cost-of-living crisis: heat or eat. With energy bills skyrocketing, a staggering two in five are forced to ration their energy use just to keep a roof over their

Miliband's Plan for a Nuclear 'Golden Age' in UK Energy

Labour's Shadow Energy Secretary, Ed Miliband, unveils an ambitious strategy to fast-track nuclear power, aiming to slash bills, bolster energy security, and create jobs, marking a significant shift in UK energy policy.

Millions Face 'Impossible' Heating Costs in Leaky UK Homes

A damning report from Citizens Advice reveals a hidden housing crisis, with 6 million households in England and Wales trapped in energy-inefficient homes, facing unaffordable bills despite government insulation schemes.

50% of UK Renters Forced to Ration Energy Use

A damning new report from Citizens Advice exposes a deepening crisis for UK renters, with half forced to ration energy due to unaffordable bills and poorly insulated homes, creating a 'perfect storm' of hardship.

Reeves Scraps VAT on Energy Bills in Cost-of-Living Move

Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her first major economic move, scrapping the controversial 5% VAT on household energy bills. The bold intervention aims to slash costs for millions of families and businesses grappling with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

Octopus Energy Beats Price Cap with New Fixed Deal

Octopus Energy has launched a new one-year fixed tariff that undercuts the current Ofgem price cap, offering significant savings for millions of British households. Discover if you can switch and save.

1.7 Million UK Homes in Energy Bill Debt Crisis

A staggering 1.7 million UK households have fallen behind on their energy bills, with total debt hitting a record £3.1 billion. This winter, millions face the stark choice between heating and eating as the cost of living crisis deepens.

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