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Almost one million households will need a smart meter by 2025

Almost one million households will be forced to fit a smart meter or face higher heating bills. Find out what this means for you.

Image of a man reading an energy bill. Energy standing charges to increase from April

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Standing charges to rise from April

Households will be hit by rising standing charges on electricity and gas from April

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Should you switch energy supplier ahead of April's price cap?

Energy providers have launched new tariffs that may work out cheaper than staying on a price capped one. Find out whether you should stay on a price capped tariff, or switch to a better deal.

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Broadband and mobile prices set to rise by 8.8% in April

You could get hit with price hikes of up to 8.8% as many major providers have now confirmed price rises. Find out why, and if you can find a cheaper deal elsewhere.

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Nearly 10 million households live in cold homes

A third of households in the UK live in poorly insulated homes and can’t afford an acceptable standard of living. Find out what support is available here

Image of a gas hob being turned on. Ofgem announces energy prices to fall from April. What do you if you have energy debt. Can't afford gas and electricity

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Energy to fall to its lowest price for two years from April

Households will see their energy bills drop by £238 a year this spring

Image of a council tax bill with pound coins on top and a red monopoly house. Find out how much your council tax will increase in April

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Majority of councils to raise tax by the maximum allowed

New figures show that nearly all councils plan to increase council tax by the maximum allowed. Find out what it means for your household bills here

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Energy bills expected to fall by £300 a year

Although energy bills are expected to fall by an average of £300 a year in April, 5.3 million people are still behind with their payments. Find out what to do if you’re struggling.

Image of someone filling a glass from a kitchen tap. What if you can't pay your water bill

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Water bills to rise by 6% on average

Water bills sent to climb by £27 a year for the average family home. Find out what it means for you

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Prepayment meter debt rises to £1 billion

Households on prepayment meters have racked up £1 billion of debt according to research by Bfy Consulting. Find out what help is available