Gas & Electricity
Boiler scrappage kicks in
The boiler scrappage scheme kick in today. The move is expected to help 125,000 households upgrade to an energy efficient boiler, which will reduce carbon, save money on energy bills and safeguard jobs in boiler manufacturing and installing.
Confused.com: Boiler scrappage scheme
Gareth Kloet, Head of Utilities at Confused.com comments on today's announcement from the DECC regarding the kick-start to the boiler scrappage scheme in England.
The Government's £400 boiler scrappage allowance
Commenting on the launch of the Government's £400 boiler scrappage allowance, Scott Byrom, utilities manager at moneysupermarket.com said: "It is great to see the Government launch the boiler scrappage scheme announced in the Pre-Budget report last month.
Nearly 20 million Brits have not switched on to switching
2009 will definitely be remembered as the year we tried to tighten our belts. However, according to new research by comparison site Gocompare.com, nearly 20 million UK consumers haven't switched providers for everyday financial services and utilities in the last 12 months.
Boiler scrappage to benefit jobs, climate and bills
Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband have announced the launch of a national scheme to upgrade household heating systems to cut carbon, save money on fuel bills and sustain work for the heating industry.
Start gaining Sterling pounds in 2010
While many Brits resolve to shift unwanted Christmas kilos in the New Year, moneysupermarket.com reveals how consumers can be gaining Sterling pounds through savvy savings on their financial products.
Don’t let energy bills burn a hole in your pocket in 2010
When winter fuel bills start to hit doormats in the New Year consumers could be in for a nasty shock says uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service.
M&S Home Insurance to offer energy-efficient replacements
M&S is the first home insurance provider in the UK to offer policyholders two unique features which help householders reduce their impact on the environment if they make a claim.
10 ways to save in 2010
Turning over a new financial leaf with the start of the new decade could save consumers at least £1,000 by the time the year is out, says Which?
Frozen pipes could cost homeowners dear
Homeowners across the South West are being warned that a winter cold snap and frozen or burst pipes could have huge financial implications and cause thousands of pounds worth of damage.
Don't let energy bills burn a hole in your pocket
When winter fuel bills start to hit doormats in the New Year consumers could be in for a nasty shock says uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service.
Energy suppliers penalising energy efficient customers
New research from Confused.com has revealed that energy suppliers are failing to reward energy efficient customers.
Energy bills to rise by a third by 2020
The energy bill for a poorly-insulated home could rise by over a third (35%) by 2020, leaving 4 million households in fuel poverty, warns a new Which? report.
Overhauling the green rating standard for new homes
Housing and Planning Minister John Healey has launched proposals for a more consumer-friendly green rating for homes that will help green-proof properties and reduce future utility bills by up to nearly £1,500 a year in the most energy efficient homes.
Gas suppliers build up £174 million cash float
UK gas suppliers have built up a £174 million cash float while customers are feeling the pinch, according to research from moneysupermarket.com.