September 3, 2026
Wholesale gas prices for winter delivery have hit their highest level in around four years. Here’s why, and how it could affect your bill beyond October’s already-announced rise.
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September 3, 2026
Ofgem’s October price cap rise adds around £60 a year to the typical bill, even after the government’s VAT cut on electricity. Here’s why, and how to check if a fixed deal beats it.
August 26, 2026
Ofcom has widened its broadband price cap to cover entry-level speeds up to 80Mbps from April 2026. Here’s what the wholesale rule actually protects, and what it doesn’t.
August 26, 2026
Ofgem and ministers are reviewing whether standing charges are fair. Here’s what’s actually confirmed, what a lower standing charge tariff means for you, and 3 checks worth doing now.
August 26, 2026
Ofgem’s energy price cap October update is here. Here’s the confirmed current figure, what could change this winter, and quick checks to avoid a bill shock.
August 25, 2026
Monzo has launched an eSIM mobile plan that’s reported to get cheaper every year you stay. Here’s what it costs and whether it’s worth joining.
August 25, 2026
Two fresh 2026 surveys rank broadband providers on customer service. Here’s who came out on top, who didn’t, and whether it’s a reason to switch.
August 25, 2026
Reports of a TalkTalk sale have customers asking what happens next. Here’s what a change of owner would and wouldn’t mean for your contract and price.
August 24, 2026
Ofcom’s new rules target spoofed calls faking UK mobile numbers from abroad. Here’s what’s changing, when it takes effect, and how to protect yourself now.
August 24, 2026
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE launches on 27 August 2026. Here’s what’s confirmed, what’s still a guess, and whether it’s worth waiting five days before you buy.
August 24, 2026
Energy switching hit a fresh UK record in July 2026, with 362,000 households and businesses on the move. Here’s what’s driving it and whether it’s worth acting before October’s price cap lands.
August 21, 2026
New FCA phone finance rules for Buy Now Pay Later apps took effect on 15 July 2026. Here’s what changed for handset buyers, and what your network contract still covers.
August 21, 2026
EE just launched Fast Lane, a paid 5G add-on that promises priority speed when the network’s busy. Here’s what it costs, who actually needs it, and cheaper ways to get a reliable connection.
August 21, 2026
The Warm Home Discount is back for winter 2026/27, worth £150 to eligible households. Here’s who qualifies, the key date, and how to avoid missing it.
August 20, 2026
Ookla’s H1 2026 data names the fastest broadband provider in the UK, though a rival study disagrees. Here’s what the numbers actually mean for your own speed.
August 20, 2026
Meter reading day is back before October’s price cap change. Submitting a reading now could help make sure your bill splits fairly between the old and new rates, whatever Ofgem announces by 26 August 2026.
August 19, 2026
The government confirmed tougher energy ombudsman powers on 17 June 2026, including fines for suppliers that ignore a ruling and faster decisions. Here’s what actually changed, and what didn’t.
August 19, 2026
Fairphone 6 Plus launched in the UK on 18 August 2026 at £569, built around user repairs and updates through to 2033. Here’s whether the long-term maths actually works out.
August 19, 2026
Ofgem confirmed a record £250 million through its energy redress scheme in August 2026, funded by supplier penalties. Here’s where the money comes from, what it pays for, and how to get help.
August 19, 2026
Ofcom’s new discussion paper takes on patchy train phone signal, backed by a legally binding £11bn network investment and a rail fibre project. Here’s what’s actually changing, and when.