Helping UK Households Cut Everyday Costs
Virgin Media customers approaching the end of their broadband contract may want to check their renewal offer carefully. The provider has confirmed that it has been reviewing what happens to … Continue Reading →
Updated: 3 November 2026 Gas standing charges are set to be abolished in Great Britain, but that does not mean every household will simply save the full £108 a year. … Continue Reading →
Updated: 1 November 2026 If you are struggling to afford essentials such as energy, water, food, housing costs or basic household items, your local council may be able to help … Continue Reading →
One cold morning in January 2027, you check your bank account and see £100 from your council, but your energy bill still says £1,723 a year. Your neighbour says gas … Continue Reading →
Updated: 28 October 2026 The UK Government has announced a new £100 Household Energy Payment to help millions of households with rising energy costs this winter. Under the scheme announced … Continue Reading →
Updated: 30 October 2026 Household electricity bills changed across Great Britain on 1 October 2026 after VAT on qualifying domestic electricity was temporarily reduced from 5% to 0%. The change … Continue Reading →
Updated: 25 October 2026 Keeping your home warm through a UK winter can take a significant share of the household energy budget. But cutting heating costs does not have to … Continue Reading →
Broadband and mobile bills are easy to leave running in the background. You sign up for a deal, the service works, and months later the contract is almost over — … Continue Reading →
The purchase price of a household appliance is only part of what it costs to own. Washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers, fridges, televisions, ovens and smaller electrical appliances all add … Continue Reading →
You pay it even if you go on holiday for two weeks and use zero gas or electricity. In October 2026, standing charges are still around £120 a year combined … Continue Reading →