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TV licence price jump: what you need to know
Did you know there’s a TV licence price jump coming on 1st April? Like many other household bills, the price you pay for your TV licence will be increasing at the start of the new financial year....
Over 2 million closed accounts are owed an energy refund
Could you be owed an energy refund? Energy regulator Ofgem has released figures that revealed there are more than 2 million closed energy accounts still in credit in the UK. If you owned one of...
Setting up utilities before you move: 30-day moving checklist
Take control of your utility setup with this 30-day moving checklist, and make sure you’ve covered everything by your moving day. Moving home is stressful - in fact, research says it’s one of the...
The complete Sky Essential TV channel guide (Updated 2026)
What is Sky Essential TV? Sky Essential TV is Sky’s core TV subscription. It includes 90+ Freeview channels and Sky Atlantic, plus Netflix and Discovery+. How can I watch Sky TV at home? Sky...
10 utility setup mistakes new homeowners make (and how to avoid them)
Setting up a new home is stressful enough without worrying that you’re making utility setup mistakes. In our time as Connections Experts, we’ve seen all sorts of simple errors that can lead to big...
Water bills set to rise: calculate how much you’ll be paying this year
Starting 1 April 2026, households across England, Scotland and Wales will face a new round of water bill increases. Water prices vary depending on your location, so use our calculator below to find...
How to fix common utility issues: No power, frozen pipes, slow internet and more
Whether you’re moving into a new home or getting ready for the new year, utility issues always seem to pop up at the worst moment. We’ve used our years of experience as moving and utility experts to...
Brokers vs Comparison sites: Why use an insurance broker?
Do you really need to use a professional insurance broker when there are so many comparison sites available? In 2026, with dozens of websites offering to find you options for insurance in seconds,...
Energy
Millions could see lower energy standing charges in 2026
Lower energy standing charges could be coming from April 2026. The news, which will result in lower gas and electricity bills for all energy consumers, is especially welcome following the...
Explained: why are energy prices going up despite lower unit rates?
As we head into 2026, many UK households are facing a confusing reality: headlines mention falling wholesale energy costs, yet monthly bills are set to rise from January. If the cost of buying...
12 Christmas energy saving tips to cut your bills
🎄 Top Christmas Energy Saving Tips The festive season is an expensive time of year. Luckily, you can prevent getting a nasty surprise in your January energy bills with these simple tips to keep your...
Maximise natural light at home this winter – for free!
It’s always important to maximise natural light in the wintertime. However, with energy bills set to rise in January and again in April, it could make an even bigger difference to your life than...
Broadband & TV
What are the average bills for a UK household in 2026?
Are you paying more or less than the average bills in the UK? While every home’s costs for utilities and services are different, knowing what the average bills are across the UK makes it easier to...
2026 TV Highlights: Essential viewing and where to watch
Which of the many 2026 TV highlights coming up this year are you most excited about? If you don’t know where to begin, check out our guide to the biggest shows coming this year to a small screen...
The death of satellite TV: Is internet TV here to stay?
The phrase ‘Internet TV’ might make you think of on-demand streaming services watched on a laptop or mobile phone. However, millions of households now watch live TV channels on their main television...
Sky TV Vs Now TV: What’s the difference?
Sky TV vs Now TV - which option is right for you? While TV packages from both suppliers might seem similar, there are actually lots of differences between the options. We’ve broken down the big...
Water
Ofwat to be Abolished: What it means for you
A major review of water services across the UK has made 88 recommended changes - the biggest of which is abolishing the current regulatory body Ofwat. The review was headed by Sir Jon Cunliffe as...
What is a stopcock? How to turn off your water
Finding the stopcock in your new home should be one of the first things you do on moving day. In a plumbing emergency, it can be the only thing standing between you and hundreds of pounds in...
How much will your water bill increase in 2025?
Are you prepared for a water bill increase in 2025? All but one of the UK's water companies will be increasing customer bills from April 1st. These price rises include the £160m of refunds Ofwat...
How to switch water suppliers
You currently can't switch water suppliers in the UK. The company that handles your clean water supply and wastewater disposal is decided by the area you live in When you move home, you're...
Council tax
How to set up council tax in the UK
Remembering to set up Council Tax when you move home is an easy task to miss off your checklist but it's an important one. Council Tax pays for essential local services, including rubbish...
How to register to vote when you move
Whether you're moving to a new home or it's your first time, taking the time to register to vote has multiple benefits. The most obvious is getting the ability to vote in local and national...
What does council tax pay for?
What does Council Tax pay for? Most households in the UK pay Council Tax to their local authority. The amount of tax paid is based on the value of their home, the rates set by the local council and...
What’s the average Council Tax bill in the UK?
In the 2024-2025 tax year, the average council tax charge for a Band D property is £2,171 a year in England, £2,024 a year in Wales and £1,421 in Scotland. Council Tax bands range from A (the lowest...
Moving Guides
10 utility setup mistakes new homeowners make (and how to avoid them)
Setting up a new home is stressful enough without worrying that you’re making utility setup mistakes. In our time as Connections Experts, we’ve seen all sorts of simple errors that can lead to big problems - and big bills - down the line. Here are 10 of the most...
How to fix common utility issues: No power, frozen pipes, slow internet and more
Whether you’re moving into a new home or getting ready for the new year, utility issues always seem to pop up at the worst moment. We’ve used our years of experience as moving and utility experts to put together this guide. Find out what the most common utility issues...
Don’t miss out on freebies! Free Christmas trees movies & more
The festive season is an expensive time of year, so don't miss out on these Christmas freebies that will save you money this December! From Christmas trees to gadgets that will save you money on your bills all year round, here’s what to look out for this year. ...
Moving in winter made simple: top hacks for winter moves
Moving in winter can feel like a daunting task. There are plenty of reasons August is the most popular month to move house, and moving home in the winter months is far less common. However, with careful planning, a wintertime home move can be low-stress. You might...
PCM News
Should I get a water meter fitted?
Every home in the UK has meters that measure energy usage, but only about half have a water meter fitted. If you don't currently have one, installing a water meter could reduce your monthly bills significantly. However, this depends on a few different factors. We've...
Renters Reform Bill expected from October 2024
Update: January 2024 The Renters Reform Bill has now reached the report stage in the House of Commons. It's predicted the legislation will apply to new tenancies from October 2024, with the law changing for existing tenancies 12 months later in October 2025. The bill...
Do we need relocation in the age of remote working?
Remote working is rumoured to be endangering everything from office parks to the City of London itself - but is international relocation under threat? In some ways, it makes sense. If a job can be done from home, why can't that home be anywhere in the world? Why...
Dawn of the AI Estate Agent
How long until hunting for properties is handled by an AI estate agent? The potential for using artificial intelligence in the real estate industry was a hot topic of discussion during the surge in interest in AI following the launch of Dall.E 2, Chat GPT 4 and Stable...