Ofgem Confirms £40 Smart Meter Compensation for UK Households
Ofgem announces £40 compensation for smart meter delays or faults, aiming to improve standards and protect consumers.
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DVLA Car Tax Changes: New EV Charges and £5,490 Levy for High-Emission Vehicles
DVLA car tax changes from April 1: EV exemption ends, standard rate rises to £195, new £5,490 top band for high-emission vehicles.
Man's 83-Day Radiation Death Ordeal: Skin Fell Off, Could Not Eat
The horrific 83-day radiation death of Japanese nuclear worker Hisashi Ouchi, who suffered skin peeling, organ failure, and unimaginable pain after a 1999 criticality accident.
Smart meter campaign group misled households over savings, watchdog rules
Smart Energy GB misled households over energy savings in radio ad, ASA rules. Savings depend on behaviour change, not meter itself.
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BYD Seal U vs Omoda 9 vs Volkswagen Tayron: Which Hybrid SUV Wins?
Compare the BYD Seal U DM-i, Omoda 9, and Volkswagen Tayron plug-in hybrid SUVs on value, range, and comfort.
EDF Sunday Saver Challenge: Deadline Approaching for Free Electricity
EDF's Sunday Saver Challenge returns for October, offering free electricity on Sundays. Register by Oct 12 to shift usage off-peak and earn up to 16 hours of free power.
British Gas to Pay £20m Over Unauthorised Prepayment Meter Installations
British Gas agrees £20m payout and debt write-off after Ofgem finds it forcibly fitted prepayment meters without consent.
DWP Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Key Dates and Eligibility Rules Explained
DWP Winter Fuel Payment 2024: key dates, eligibility rules, and payment amounts for pensioners on means-tested benefits.
BP Temporarily Closes Some Petrol Stations Due to Lorry Driver Shortage
BP temporarily closes some UK petrol stations due to lorry driver shortage, affecting fuel supply. Government says no national shortage.
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Energy Reforms to Add Up to £28 to Annual Household Bills by 2016
UK energy reforms will add up to £28 to household bills by 2016, hitting poorest hardest, Treasury figures show.
Which? names UK's best and worst energy suppliers
Which? ranks E as best energy supplier; Scottish Power, EDF, British Gas among worst in customer satisfaction survey.
Lidl to sell £400 plug-in solar panels – what you need to know
Lidl and Iceland plan to sell £400 plug-in solar panels in the UK, offering a lower-cost way to generate electricity. Savings of £70-£110/year possible.
Solar Panel Fire at £600k Home Raises Safety Questions
A £600k home in Northamptonshire caught fire after solar panels exploded, prompting safety warnings from experts about installation and fire risks.
Aldi Introduces 62p EV Charging Rule at 250 Stores
Aldi has upgraded EV charging at 250+ UK stores, switching to Drax with rapid charging at 62p/kWh and fast charging at 40p/kWh, with plans to add chargers at 20 new stores annually.
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Aldi upgrades EV chargers at over 250 UK stores
Aldi has partnered with Drax to transition 1,200 EV chargers at over 250 UK stores, offering fast charging at 40p/kWh and rapid at 62p/kWh.
Free service saves homeowners £250 on energy bills automatically
Nous.co, a free AI-powered service, automatically switches households to cheaper energy deals, potentially saving up to £250 a year without any effort from users.
Jermain Defoe's Watch and Wash energy saving tips
E.ON Next enlists Jermain Defoe, Ray Parlour, and Toni Duggan to encourage fans to save money by doing laundry during late-night football matches this summer.
Jermain Defoe Helps Fans Save on Energy Bills This Summer
Late-night football matches could help UK fans save over £93 million on energy bills by doing laundry during off-peak hours, says E.ON Next campaign with Jermain Defoe.
UK Set for 28°C Weekend as Met Office Predicts Warm Spell
The Met Office forecasts UK temperatures rising to 28°C this weekend after a brief cool period, with possible hail and thunder before then.
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Hamilton Changes Brakes Amid Leclerc's Monaco Crash Fury
Lewis Hamilton has switched brake disks after Charles Leclerc blamed Brembo for his Monaco GP crash. Hamilton uses Carbo Industries parts since Japan.
Martin Lewis: July Energy Bill Rise Voluntary for Many
Martin Lewis explains that the July energy price cap rise is voluntary for many on fixed deals, urging households to switch to avoid increases.
UK Braces for Rain Before 32C Heatwave
Britain faces heavy rain, hail, and thunder midweek before temperatures soar to 32C this weekend. Met Office predicts heatwaves ahead, with potential water supply pressures.
Coventry Airport Closes After 90 Years for Green Hub
Coventry Airport shuts down on June 11, 2026, after 90 years. The site will become Greenpower Park, a green energy hub creating over 30,000 jobs and attracting £5.5 billion investment.
World Cup Late-Night Matches Could Save on Energy Bills
Brits staying up for late World Cup games could save millions on energy bills by doing laundry during off-peak hours, says E.ON Next.
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Met Office: UK to Hit 25C Next Weekend After Rain
The Met Office predicts temperatures could reach 25C in the South East next weekend, with Manchester hitting 20C. Before that, heavy rain and showers are expected from Monday to Thursday.
Greater Manchester set for 26C weekend heatwave risk
Temperatures could reach 26C in Greater Manchester this weekend, with the Met Office warning of an increased likelihood of prolonged heatwaves this summer.
Met Office: UK Heatwave Possible as Temperatures Soar to 29C
The Met Office forecasts a prolonged spell of warmer weather with temperatures reaching 29C. Greater Manchester expects 26C this weekend, but heatwave thresholds remain uncertain.
Met Office Forecasts UK Heatwave: Temperatures Could Exceed 30C
The Met Office predicts a potential heatwave with temperatures soaring past 30C this weekend, following recent unsettled weather. Southern England likely to see the highest temperatures.
New 2026 Car Tax Bands: Drivers Face £200 Hikes
Vehicle Excise Duty rates have risen in 2026, hitting petrol and diesel owners hardest. Some face bills over £5,500, with increases up to £200.
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Tata's Electric Arc Furnace Delayed by Up to 12 Months
Tata Steel's new electric arc furnace at Port Talbot faces up to a 12-month delay due to power connection issues. Bosses hope to reduce the timeline, but delays are imminent.
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