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What to look for when choosing an energy tariff
What should you look for when choosing an energy tariff? Being on the right tariff can cut your bills, lower your carbon footprint and reduce the stress of dealing with your energy supplier, but how...
Renters’ Rights Act become law: What it means for you
The Renters’ Rights Act: New Protections for UK Tenants After years of negotiations, the Renters’ Rights Act has been approved by parliament and given royal assent. Tenants in the UK will soon enjoy...
Openreach Network: everything you need to know
Openreach: The UK’s Biggest Broadband Network When comparing broadband options, you might have noticed some companies described as Openreach suppliers, or using the Openreach network. That means...
Tomato Energy in trouble: what it means for customers
Tomato Energy, a small British energy supplier offering low prices and an eco-friendly fuel mix, is in trouble. The supplier has filed a ‘Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrator’, indicating it...
Save on using your mobile abroad
Using your mobile abroad can quickly turn your dream holiday into a nightmare if you’re not properly prepared. Mobile phones and a constant internet connection have become part of daily life for...
Should I switch to a fixed energy tariff in October 2025?
Should you switch to a fixed energy tariff? Households across the UK are searching for ways to fight the rising cost of living and keep bills low. Switching energy tariffs is one potential method...
Watch 4K TV at home: The ultimate guide
Find out how to watch 4K TV at home with our ultimate guide. Learn how to stream in 4K, watch 4K TV live and get ready for the future of Ultra-High Definition TV in 8K and beyond. What is 4K...
Small UK broadband companies: Inside indie broadband
Should you choose indie broadband? Small and independent internet suppliers are connecting more and more homes across the UK. Many indie suppliers offer lower prices and faster speeds than...
Energy
Rebel Energy goes bust: here’s what you should do if you’re a Rebel customer
Rebel Energy, a UK-based energy supplier with approximately 90,000 customers (80,000 domestic and 10,000 business users), has now ceased trading. The company will now leave industry regulator Ofgem...
Energy price cap to rise by 6.4% in April 2025, adding £111 to average annual bills
As of today, April 1, 2025, Ofgem's previously announced energy price cap increase has come into effect, raising the average annual household energy bill by £111 to £1,849. This 6.4% increase...
What are energy standing charges? Does everyone pay them?
Take a look at your latest energy bill and you'll see it's calculated based on both your usage and daily standing charges. You're billed a standing charge daily for each fuel you have at the...
Will there be a UK gas shortage this winter?
Will the UK face a gas shortage this winter? British Gas owner Centrica inspired concern about ongoing gas supply when it revealed that the UK 'has less than a week of gas demand in store'....
Broadband & TV
How much mobile data do I need?
Choosing the right mobile data allowance is one of the hardest parts of setting up a new phone plan. Too little, and you’ll find yourself losing internet access when you need it most - or paying for...
Sky Stream vs Chrome Cast: Which should you choose?
Sky Stream is Sky TV’s newest hardware option. A compact under-the-TV box, Sky Stream allows you to watch both live TV and streaming services in one convenient place. That sounds great - but how...
6 free hacks for faster internet at home
Looking for easy ways to get faster internet at home? If you’re tired of sluggish downloads, endless buffering or jerky video calls, then this is the guide for you. We’ve compiled our top tips for...
What’s the best broadband company for customer service in 2025?
We all want the best broadband service possible at home, from the speed of our downloads to how reliable our connection is. However, one often overlooked area of internet packages is the customer...
Water
Water companies promise £96bn upgrade – and water bill increase
Water companies across England and Wales have pledged to invest £96bn in improving Britain's water infrastructure, but the upgrades will come at the cost of a water bill increase for consumers. The...
These 3 water-saving gadgets can cut your bills by £150
Installing water-saving gadgets around your home is an easy way to cut your bills and your carbon footprint. If you have a water meter installed then the less water you use, the less you'll have to...
Is there a hosepipe ban in the UK? (July 2023)
Is there a hosepipe ban in the UK? The short answer (in July 2023) is yes - in some areas. Read on for more details on what a hosepipe ban is, how to avoid breaking the ban and which UK water...
Cut your home’s carbon footprint this Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day, a global holiday in support of environmental protection. In 2023, more than a billion people around the globe are expected to participate in fundraising, protests, clean-up...
Council tax
Reclaim Council Tax when you move home
If you've moved home recently you may be able to reclaim Council Tax that you paid in advance. While some local authorities automatically refund you when you move, others will only repay if you...
Price increase 2023: Energy, Water, Broadband, Council tax
As April rolls around, households across the UK will see increases in broadband, water, and council tax bills. Meanwhile, businesses will face a hike in energy bills as the government's Energy Bill...
Council Tax Rises in April 2023
Council Tax rates for most of the UK will rise by 5% this April, coinciding with annual price rises across utility providers. The change was expected after Chancellor Jeremy Hunt granted permission...
Council Tax – what is it, and how to register
If you live in the UK, the chances are that you pay Council Tax to your local authority. The amount of tax paid will vary based on the value of your property, as well as if you’re eligible for a...
Moving Guides
How Migrate makes moving to London easier
Moving to London is stressful, especially if you're new to the UK. Between the UK immigration process and finding a home in one of the world's busiest capitals, it's hard to know where to start. Fortunately, that's where our partner Migrate London comes in. Migrate's...
Waste Collection: Which bin should you use?
Do you know which bin to use when you're throwing out rubbish, food waste and recycling? The problem of where to throw your waste away can quickly get complicated in the UK. Which bin to use for what, as well as when to put your bins out for collection, depends on...
The 7 biggest problems you’ll face when moving to London
Moving to London is a huge undertaking, especially if you're new to the UK. In a city of 8.8 million people, 32 boroughs and 237 Pret a Mangers, it's easy to get overwhelmed. If you're planning your own London move, here's what to prepare for in 2025 to help things go...
The pros and cons of moving at Christmas time
Moving at Christmas time can save you money and mean you have time off work to settle in, but it also presents some unique challenges. We looked at the pros and cons of a festive move to help you make the right choice. Is Christmas a good time of year to move...
PCM News
Which UK provider offers the quickest broadband speeds?
There are a few different types of broadband speeds, as we have established in our 'Which speed is right for me?' article. But let's say you are looking for the outright fastest speeds for broadband, where should you look and which providers supply the quickest...
5 top tips for getting the best deal for broadband
Whether you think broadband is the most revolutionary invention of all time, or feel threatened by its ever-growing power and control it has over the human race, it's here to stay. It is thoroughly ingrained into our society and we all use it for many aspects...
How can I watch Wimbledon 2018?
Finally, FINALLY, the sun seems to have found its way to our tiny little island and the unbearably-cold temperatures that this winter brought the UK are over. Summer is here. British summers and Wimbledon go hand-in-hand, and this year is set to be a fantastic...
British Gas announces price rise
British Gas announced a price rise today for those on a standard tariff as of 29 May. Those on British Gas' standard tariff will see their prices rise by over 5%, to an average of over £1,100 per year. The firm has justified this increase by stating that the...