UK homes face £1,254 bill surge, warns Uswitch
Uswitch issues a January 1 energy bills alert as UK families face severe cost pressures. Council tax, water, and telecoms costs have soared, with over 2 million forgoing heating this winter.
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Households Face £1,254 Bill Surge After 'Awful April'
UK households endured a miserable 2025 as essential bills soared by an average £1,254. With energy debt at an 8-year high, find out how to save money and get support.
Boxing Day sales crowds defy £1bn spending drop forecast
Shoppers queued from dawn for Boxing Day sales at Bicester Village and on UK high streets, but Barclays predicts spending will be £1bn lower than 2024 amid economic pressures.
Congress Passes Only 38 Bills in Trump's First Year Back
The 119th Congress has set a modern record for legislative inactivity, passing just 38 bills as power consolidates in the White House. Discover the impact on US policy.
Octopus Energy's Zero Bills Homes Save £1,8k a Year
Octopus Energy partners with housebuilders to offer homes with zero energy bills for a decade. New scheme could save homeowners nearly £1,800 annually. Read how it works.
Congress demands Epstein files, DOJ faces contempt
US lawmakers threaten to hold the Justice Department in contempt for withholding Jeffrey Epstein documents. The House Judiciary Committee demands full transparency.
UK Defence Spending Lags Behind European Allies
Analysis reveals a growing mismatch between UK's Cold War military reputation and current defence spending, as Germany and France increase budgets and debate national service. Read why experts warn of strategic risks.
Trump Ally Troy Nehls Retires from Congress
Texas Republican Troy Nehls announces retirement to focus on family, joining dozens of lawmakers leaving Congress. Read about the growing GOP exodus.
Trump's golf trips could cost taxpayers $300m
Donald Trump's golf travel has cost US taxpayers $71m since January, with total spending potentially reaching a staggering $300m. Discover the full financial impact.
Black Friday Regrets: 59% of Brits Admit Bad Buys
A new survey reveals the Black Friday purchases Brits most regret, with clothes and takeaways topping the list. Discover the full ranking and expert spending tips.
GOP Cuts Grid Funding as Energy Prices Soar
Senate Republicans propose slashing funding for US energy grid modernisation by 25%, a move critics warn could exacerbate rising household bills and grid reliability issues. Discover the implications.
Black Friday 2025: UK Shoppers Set for £14bn Spend
UK shoppers are predicted to spend nearly £14 billion this Black Friday weekend. Discover the top spending trends and expert tips to avoid scams and find genuine deals.
Martin Lewis's 'perverse' energy bill warning
Money expert Martin Lewis slams 'illogical' energy price rises on GMB, warning bills will keep increasing. Discover why the system is failing households.
Net Zero Drive to Add £160 to Annual Electricity Bills
New analysis reveals UK households face a £160 annual electricity bill rise by 2030 due to green levies, despite falling wholesale prices. Discover the full impact of Labour's Net Zero strategy.
Free boiler tweak can cut heating bills by 9%
UK homeowners can slash energy bills by nearly 9% this winter with a simple, free adjustment to their boiler's flow temperature, according to energy experts.
Martin Lewis' 4pm rule helps lower energy bills
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals a simple 4pm curtain rule to keep your home warmer for longer and reduce heating costs this winter. Start saving today!
US Government Shutdown Threat as Parties Deadlock
The US faces another government shutdown as Republicans and Democrats remain deadlocked over spending bills. Discover how this political standoff could impact services and workers.
Martin Lewis: Energy bills fall £122 in days
Money saving expert Martin Lewis explains exactly how much your energy bills will fall from July 1st and reveals essential actions every household should take now.
Energy bills to drop £170 for UK households
Millions of British households could see energy bills cut by £170 annually as wholesale prices fall dramatically. Ofgem's upcoming price cap announcement promises significant relief for struggling families.
Octopus Energy Cuts Gas & Electricity Prices From July
Millions of British households are set for welcome relief as Octopus Energy slashes gas and electricity prices from July 1st, 2024, offering one of the market's most competitive rates.
Free calculator reveals if you're overpaying bills
Discover how millions of UK households could save hundreds of pounds annually by using a revolutionary free tool that compares your essential bills against the best market rates.
Reeves may cut green levies to reduce energy bills
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly examining cuts to environmental levies in a bid to reduce household energy costs, as pressure mounts over the cost of living crisis.
UK Household Bills Set to Surge by £2,300+
New analysis reveals British families could see essential bills skyrocket by over £2,300 annually as government support ends and prices continue climbing.
90% of UK households slash spending amid bill crisis
New Which? research reveals nearly 90% of British households are cutting back on essentials amid the ongoing cost of living crisis, with energy and food prices hitting hardest.
Starmer: Tories may 'max out credit card' before election
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer accuses Conservatives of planning irresponsible pre-election spending that could cripple the next government, as he outlines his party's economic priorities.
US Electricity Bills Surge Under Trump Presidency
New analysis reveals US electricity bills have skyrocketed during Donald Trump's presidency, with average households paying hundreds more annually amid policy shifts and market volatility.
50+ Ways to Slash Your Bills & Save £500+
Discover expert money-saving hacks that could save British households over £500 annually on energy, food, and household bills with simple lifestyle changes.
Martin Lewis: Laundry trick to slash energy bills
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis shares clever washing machine hack that could save households hundreds of pounds annually on energy costs during cost of living crisis.
Trump urges GOP to force government shutdown over Biden agenda
Exclusive: Donald Trump pressures Republican senators to filibuster spending bills, risking federal shutdown in dramatic showdown over Biden administration policies. Political crisis looms as GOP faces internal battle.
Chancellor's Budget Wishlist: Key Demands Revealed
As the Chancellor prepares his crucial Autumn Budget, industry leaders and economists reveal their urgent priorities for tackling Britain's economic challenges and driving growth.
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