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Warm Homes Plan delayed, leaving millions of homeowners in the cold
By Joseph Mullane published
The UK government’s £15bn scheme to improve home energy efficiency will not be published until January, leaving households unsure about support for insulation, heating, and ventilation upgrades

E.ON announces early holiday gift with three days of free electricity this Christmas
By Joseph Mullane published
You could get your electricity for free on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day through E.ON

How much electricity inflatable Santas use — and why it’s lower than you think
By Joseph Mullane published
Curious how much running a festive inflatable Santa adds to your energy bill? Here’s what the numbers really show and how to keep costs low

ECO4 no more: Government scraps energy upgrade scheme in Autumn Budget
By Joseph Mullane published
The ECO4 energy-efficiency scheme that helped homeowners save on home upgrades has been cancelled. Here’s what this means for homeowners and what support is still available

Martin Lewis issues energy price cap warning as Ofgem lifts cap to £1,758
By Joseph Mullane last updated
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis has warned on his Twitter account that households with high electricity use could see significant increases in their bills

I tried the 'hidden' uPVC window setting that could save you up to £85 a year on your energy bills – here's what I discovered
By Joseph Mullane published
Discover how adjusting a hidden setting in your uPVC window locking mechanism can reduce draughts, keep your home warmer and lower your energy bills

Sheds turned into energy rooms as UK trial cuts monthly household energy bills from £375 to £40
By Joseph Mullane published
A garden shed in Essex is using computer heat to cut bills – and the technology could soon help other UK homes save too

The best LED bulbs: 5 tested picks to brighten up your home
By Jack Woodfield, Megan Milstead last updated
We tested the best LED bulbs that are long-lasting, inexpensive and help create different levels of ambience

Government considers cutting VAT on domestic energy bills
By Joseph Mullane published
The government is considering removing the 5% VAT on domestic energy bills, potentially saving high-energy households hundreds of pounds

Beat the chill this winter with the best window coverings to keep cold out and warmth in
By Natasha Brinsmead published
As a common culprit of heat loss and draughts, addressing your choice of window coverings is key to keeping your house warm and toasty – we explain the best options out there
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