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Winter Fuel Payment – what is it and who can get it?
Advice Pensioners with higher incomes will need to repay the Winter Fuel Payment this year, unless they opt out – and the deadline is fast approaching. We explain the eligibility rules and how the payment works
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Should you switch to a fixed energy tariff?
As energy prices remain volatile and far above pre-2022 levels, is now the time to look for a fixed energy tariff? We check out the latest gas and electricity deals
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Energy meter reading day October: how to take one as Ofgem energy price cap rises
Meter reading day takes place every three months when the new energy price cap kicks in. Households will want to take a reading on 1 October as energy bills for those on variable tariffs are set to rise by 2%.
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
Although we are past the worst of the cost-of-living crisis, the Bank of England thinks price rises could hit 4% later this year. What is inflation and how does it impact your personal finances?
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How much do solar panels cost in the UK - and are they worth installing?
Solar panels are set to be at the forefront of the government’s plans to make the UK economy greener. But are they cost effective?
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What is stagflation and what can be done about it?
The UK is grappling with persistent inflation and lacklustre growth. Has it entered a period of stagflation, and what can be done if so?
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Why is the petrol price rising again?
Brits are being hit by a triple-whammy of increasing oil prices, a falling pound, and new fuel mix standards that are pushing up petrol prices
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Wood-burning stove vs central heating ‒ which is cheaper?
Advice After energy costs increased again, we compare wood-burning stove vs central heating to find out which is cheaper for your home
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Competition watchdog warns drivers still overcharged on fuel prices
Advice The competition watchdog has revealed that motorists are still paying too much for fuel, a year after its initial investigation. How can you save on fuel costs?
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