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The energy price cap has fallen from its £4,279 peak, but at £1,738 for January-March 2026 it remains 45% higher than pre-crisis levels…
The UK has the lowest gas storage capacity in Europe at just 2 billion cubic metres, enough for 4-5 days of winter demand, compared to…
The UK government has committed to a nuclear revival to underpin net zero, but Hinkley Point C is years late and billions over budget…
The UK's offshore wind capacity reached 16.8 GW in early 2026, cementing its position as global leader, but grid constraints, supply chain…
Universal Credit is paid monthly in arrears, with your payment date set by when you first claimed. Understanding assessment periods…
The energy price cap sets a maximum rate suppliers can charge households on default tariffs, but it is not a cap on your total bill. Here's…
Average UK care home costs reached £60,000 per year in 2026, with nursing care exceeding £70,000 in many regions. Just 1 in 7 people face…
Council tax is one of the largest annual bills for UK households, yet the banding system behind it is widely misunderstood and based on…
An estimated 800,000 eligible pensioners are not claiming Pension Credit, leaving £1.7 billion in support unclaimed annually. The benefit…
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