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Archives for February 2018

MSE News: Bulb to increase energy prices by 2.8%
Green energy supplier Bulb is raising the price of its only tariff, with all of its 300,000 existing customers hit by the rise in April.'...Read the full story: 'Bulb to increase energy prices by 2.8%' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven't already, join the forum to reply.
Charged £600 out of the blue for my Gas/Electric??
I really hope someone can help me :( I was coming up to the end of my gas/electric policy with Green Star Energy where i was paying £47.81/monthly for my 3 bed semi detached house. They sent me a renewal document (which has increased significantly, so i wanted to cancel) and noticed that I now need to owe them £600 before…
Boiler help
Just after a bit of help understanding my boiler and what to do for the best during the cold nights and in general. So my mum had said about leaving the boiler on low overnight so it kicks in when it get really cold to make sure the pipes don!!!8217;t freeze and burst. I don!!!8217;t have a room thermostat, just a 1-6 dial…
First Home - Utilities
Hi Moving into our first home soon just looking at the electricity and gas bills. Just wondering which companies I should definitely stay clear of and if there is any I should have a look at. The house is a 3 bed semi there will be 4 of us 2 young kids. Current owners are paying between £80 - £115 pm with Sainsburys there…
Huge electricity bill out of the blue!
I have been with Sainsbury's Energy (i.e. British Gas) for over two years and have typically been paying £200+ per month via direct debit. In January, I noticed the direct debit jumped up to £1,427 which was a massive shock. I rang SE and they said it was due to too many estimated readings so they have to catch up on what…
Boiler on finance advice
Can anyone recommend any UK boiler companies they've used that allow part finance? and seem reliable?
MSE News: Energy price cap could be introduced...
An energy price cap could be introduced before next winter - but you don't need to wait, you can switch and save NOW...Read the full story: 'Energy price cap could be introduced this year' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven't already, join the forum to reply.
neighbour accidentally changed our energy supplier
Hi, i dont know if any one can help me, im not sure what my rights are with this Erroneous Transfer: My energy supply was switched to another company by mistake by a neighbour putting our house number down instead of theirs. It wasn't for a while we noticed as we had just got married and was on our honeymoon out the…
EDF....online saver mar19v2
Any body know when EDF new gas tariff will show on the cheap energy club
Future Energy Credit Returns
I am owed £259.19 from overpayments to Future Energy. I changed energy supplier before they folded. I have been told that the Green Star Energy, who took over the FE accounts will fulfill this. Has anyone in a similar situation had monies replayed yet? Many thanks
Any comment appreciated. DRAYTON DIGISTAT 2RF Plus
having purchased a new house, the first thing I did was renewing the central heating system. The heating from the Worcester Bosch boiler is controlled by a DRAYTON DIGISTAT 2RF Plus, which is the most complicated controlled I have ever seen and I have used a number of controllers over the years. It is not a straightforward…
How long before I can switch?
I'm moving into rented accommodation in a few weeks and I'd like to switch the energy provider if the current tariff isn't good. I know I have to provide them with a meter reading on the day I move in and set up a new account but is there a certain amount of time I have to wait before I can start a switch? And if the…
Switching from elecric to oil or gas
Hi My husband and I bought our home back in July. We love the house, and are happy for it to be our forever home. I mention this as w're happy to putmoney into the house, as we will be the ones benefiting from it, and we're not worried about profit for reselling. Ouver our first winter we have realised it is quite cold. We…
pre payment meters
Hello All I was wondering if you could answer a question for me. I have a pre-payment meter for gas and electric. I have always purchased credit on a key and card from my local shop. Recently this shop have refused to allow people to purchase gas and electric by cash or card unless you spend a minimum of £3 on goods from…
Increased Electricity Bill - Smart Meter Install
Hi; We had a SMART meter fitted a while ago and have noticed a sharp rise in our electricity bill (approx doubled!). Details TBC. I'm sure we were paying around £90 a qtr which has risen to £170 in the last qtr. I have read a few posts with people observing the same issue but most seem to have rolled over that this is due…
Query re gas meter inside cupboard - needs bracket
I was lucky enough to have a boiler fitted under the Eco scheme a few days ago. While they were here, the plumber said that the gas meter should be bracketed as you can move it inside the meter cupboard. He also mentioned the piping on one side, I can't remember what he said about that but it doesn't fit new regulations.…
BG smart meter
I apologise if this has already been covered elsewhere. I've just recently signed up for a BG fixed tarrif (twice actually, like to keep up with the savings) I noticed within the sign up process that I had to agree to a smart meter installation by a certain date. Can this be enforced ( I didn't think so), as I certainly…
British Gas Boiler Cover
My British Gas boiler cover renews in March and the renewal was 20% higher than the current year. I phoned to complain and they immediately gave me a renewal at the same cost as this year. I also said that I had not had my annual service in 2017 and that the first available slot was April. They then gave me a £65 rebate…
External Solid Wall Insulation Deals
We live in an older property which has solid walls so we are unable to get the cavity insulation. Been looking around for Government / Local Council deals on external solid wall insulation but not having much luck. Wondering if anyone knows of any current deals or have received a leaflet through the post with details?…
Hive 2 - how do I schedule 3 heating settings ???
Hi All, I have inherited a Hive 2 thermostat. (I've decided not to pay out £80 for a new hub just so i can use the app as is £80 really worth it ?). Anyway, my issue is that i need to set up three heating time schedules a day but it only allows me to have two. For example what i would like is: 12.30am to 2am, 9am-11am and…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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