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TUC Calls for Emergency Social Tariff as Energy Price Cap Set to Rise

The union argues a bank windfall tax should fund income‑graded discounts to protect most households from a July increase in default energy bills.

Northern Ireland Approves £36.4m Oil-Heating Aid, With £100 Cards Due in Summer

Dr Xand: Use 60°C for Infections, 20–30°C for Everyday Washes to Cut Energy Use

Major Suppliers Confirm £150 Cut to Household Energy Bills From April 2026

Miliband Orders Energy Firms to Pass On £150 Bill Cut as April 2026 Savings Confirmed

Octopus Energy Urges Households To Cut Bills By Switching To LED Bulbs

Heated Airer Deals Surge Across UK Retailers, From £1.99 Add-Ons to £55 Drying Pod

UK Energy Price Cap Forecast Lifted to £1,737 for October–December, Up £17

DWP Urges Six Million Households to Confirm Names on Bills by August 24 for £150 Discount

Households Can Cut Washing Machine Energy Use with Five Simple Changes

Morning Showers Found to Save Energy and Lower Household Bills

Labor Announces $2.3 Billion Solar Battery Subsidy Ahead of Election

UK Households Face Major Bill Increases as April 1 Hikes Take Effect