'We have to manage, there's no rainy day money' Residents forced to live in 'freezing' flats with rising energy bills now face rent hike

'We have to manage, there's no rainy day money' Residents forced to live in 'freezing' flats with rising energy bills now face rent hike

Social housing tenants have called their rent increase a “scandal” after having to live in ‘freezing’ conditions since flammable cladding was removed from their blocks of flats. The nine blocks of flats owned by Salford Council but managed by Pendleton together have faced many problems over the years. The flammable cladding was removed from the … Read more

Why Germany pipes down when talk turns to Nord Stream 2 sanctions

Why Germany pipes down when talk turns to Nord Stream 2 sanctions

Press play to listen to this article To many of Germany’s allies, Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s refusal to state plainly what appears obvious — that Russia would lose a new gas pipeline to Germany if it invades Ukraine — is utterly baffling. Even some within his own governing coalition are flummoxed. “There is no reasonable explanation … Read more

Energy companies share simple tips to reduce bills including changing the way you use kettle and shower

Energy companies share simple tips to reduce bills including changing the way you use kettle and shower

Energy bills will increase by hundreds of pounds a year across the UK. With households facing an annual £693 increase from April, we’re all thinking about ways to cut costs. And some energy suppliers have given their tips for saving energy and money, including very simple tips. Click here for the latest money news They … Read more

Tesco boss' concern over 5% rise in food costs as energy crisis set to hit poorest

Tesco boss' concern over 5% rise in food costs as energy crisis set to hit poorest

Tesco boss John Allan has warned the “worst is still to come” for those on the lowest incomes. The supermarket giant chairman said today that a five per cent hike in the weekly food shop will “squeeze” the poorest in Britain. He admitted some people will have less to spend on luxuries, the Mirror reportsamid … Read more

Martin Lewis asks Rishi Sunak: 'Why the hell is energy support a loan?'

Martin Lewis asks Rishi Sunak: 'Why the hell is energy support a loan?'

Money guru Martin Lewis got up close and personal with Rishi Sunak and quizzed the Chancellor on his plans to support families against rising energy bills. Interviewing the Government minister on ITV’s Martin Lewis show, the host took aim at Mr Sunak asking him the questions many of his viewers had been dying to ask. … Read more

How does the energy price cap work? What Ofgem's price cap means for you as bills soar

How does the energy price cap work? What Ofgem's price cap means for you as bills soar

With wholesale gas prices soaring, millions of UK households are braced for another eye-watering increase in their energy bills. Energy industry regulator Ofgem has an energy price cap, which is supposed to provide ordinary consumers with some protection against sudden hikes in their bills – but many people have been left wondering just what it … Read more

Energy price rise live updates with Ofgem and Rishi Sunak to give major announcements

Millions of people will be told how much their energy bills could rise

James Cleverley: Some people always have problems with bills Government Secretary James Cleverly said some people were still struggling with bills. He told Sky News: “The Chancellor will set out how we are going to support people who are struggling to pay the bills – keeping people employed, making sure their pay packets put money … Read more

Panel of experts concludes microwave energy is most likely causing ‘Havana Syndrome’

Panel of experts concludes microwave energy is most likely causing ‘Havana Syndrome’

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Restaurant owners pleading for Congress’s help following Omicron surge 05:01 Now Playing Panel of experts concludes microwave energy is most likely causing ‘Havana Syndrome’ 04:09 UP NEXT Thousands mourn NYPD officer Wilbert Mora at St. Patrick’s Cathedral 02:15 Brian Flores … Read more

Energy prices: What is the 'rebate and clawback' scheme and how do I get a discount on my bill?

Energy prices: What is the 'rebate and clawback' scheme and how do I get a discount on my bill?

Households across the country are bracing themselves for soaring energy bills from April as the price of wholesale gas goes up. Regulator Ofgem is poised to announce a change in the price cap – which sets what energy firms can charge – which is currently set at £1,300. but the BBC reports that this could … Read more