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West Burton A Power Station Boiler House Demolished
The largest building at Nottinghamshire's West Burton A power station has been demolished with explosives, making way for the UK's first prototype commercial nuclear fusion reactor.
Smart Meter Delays Trigger £40 Automatic Payouts
Households facing long smart meter installation delays will automatically receive £40 compensation under new Ofgem rules starting next month, aiming to improve energy service standards.
UK to Decide Soon on Chinese Wind Turbine Factory
The UK Government expects to decide soon on Ming Yang's £1.5bn wind turbine factory in Scotland, balancing security concerns with renewable energy ambitions.
British Gas Energy Hacks to Cut Winter Bills
British Gas reveals practical energy-saving tips, from washing at 30°C to radiator tricks, helping UK households reduce costs during the cold snap.
£40 Smart Meter Compensation from February
Energy regulator Ofgem introduces new rules requiring suppliers to pay £40 compensation for smart meter delays or failed installations starting next month.
Ofgem: £40 Automatic Compensation for Smart Meter Issues
Energy regulator Ofgem confirms new rules starting in February, automatically awarding £40 compensation for smart meter installation delays or failures.
£150 Energy Bill Discount Extended to 2030 for Millions
The UK government confirms the Warm Home Discount scheme will continue until at least 2030, providing £150 annual relief to around six million eligible households facing high energy costs.
Octopus Energy Launches Renewable Trading Venture in China
Octopus Energy has formed a joint venture with China's PCG Power to trade renewable energy, aiming to handle 140 TWh annually. The announcement coincides with Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to China.
Miliband Pledges Energy Bill Support for Struggling Families
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband outlines government measures to help families with energy bills, including the Warm Home Discount extension and Warm Homes Plan investment.
Warm Home Discount Extended to 2030: £150 Off Energy Bills
Millions of UK families will receive £150 off their energy bills annually until 2030 as the government extends the Warm Home Discount scheme, providing crucial support during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Petrol Prices Drop to Lowest Level in Almost Five Years
UK petrol prices have fallen to their lowest level since July 2021, with average costs now at 131.91p per litre, providing significant savings for drivers amid global oil price declines.
Automatic Energy Bill Help for 250k More Scottish Homes
Nearly 250,000 additional Scottish households will receive automatic Warm Home Discount payments next winter, with the scheme extended for five years until 2030-31.
Warm Home Discount Extended to 2030 for Millions
The UK Government has announced the Warm Home Discount will continue until 2030/31, providing £150 winter energy bill rebates to around six million eligible households.
Warm Home Discount Extended to 2031: £150 Winter Support
The UK government has confirmed the Warm Home Discount will provide £150 rebates to eligible households every winter until 2030/31, offering long-term cost-of-living relief.
Petrol Prices Drop to Lowest Level Since Summer 2021
Average petrol prices in the UK have fallen to 131.91p per litre, the lowest since July 2021, with diesel also dropping. The RAC attributes this to global oil price declines.
TotalEnergies Resumes $20bn Mozambique Gas Project
French energy giant TotalEnergies has restarted its $20 billion liquefied natural gas project in northern Mozambique after a three-year halt due to insurgency, with first deliveries expected by 2029.
Family Slams Energy Firm Over Jogger's Electrocution Death
The father of Harry Oates, electrocuted by a faulty power line in Cumbria, criticises Electricity North West for lacking empathy and calls for accountability in a tragic case deemed 'rare and complex' by authorities.
Ofgem: Bleed Radiators to Save Money This Winter
Ofgem urges households to bleed radiators for efficient heating and lower bills. Experts share step-by-step guide to identify and fix cold radiators.
UK Security Review Threatens Chinese Wind Farm Projects
Sir Keir Starmer's government is reconsidering approval for a £1.5bn Chinese turbine plant in Scotland over national security concerns, with fears of surveillance technology and energy dependency.
More Energy Suppliers Fail Ofgem Capital Targets
The number of energy suppliers failing to meet Ofgem's capital targets has increased from three to five, raising concerns about financial resilience amid volatile wholesale gas prices.
Starmer China Visit: 30% Wind Cost Cut Possible
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's trip to China highlights how opening turbine supply to competition could dramatically cut UK wind energy costs and household bills, says Octopus Energy CEO.
UK Wind Market Needs China and Better Security
The UK could cut wind energy costs by 30% by allowing more turbine suppliers, including Chinese firms, while implementing strong cybersecurity measures to protect infrastructure and lower bills.
5°C Boiler Tweak Cuts Energy Bills, Expert Reveals
An energy specialist recommends lowering combi boiler flow temperature from 65°C to 60°C to reduce heating costs while maintaining home warmth during cold snaps.
Heating Mistakes Inflating Energy Bills - How to Save
Heating specialists warn common central heating errors add hundreds to winter energy bills. Simple radiator maintenance, boiler adjustments and thermostat fixes can deliver significant savings.
Trump's UK Envoy Slams Miliband's North Sea Wind Pact
US Ambassador Warren Stephens criticises Ed Miliband's Hamburg Declaration clean energy deal, urging UK to exploit North Sea oil and gas instead of unreliable wind power.
Gas Prices Drive £169 Rise in UK Electricity Bills
New analysis reveals wholesale gas costs are responsible for two-thirds of the increase in household electricity bills from 2021 to 2025, with typical bills up £169 in real terms.
Mossmorran Task Force Meets as Plant Closure Nears
A government task force meets for the first time to support over 400 workers facing redundancy at Fife's Mossmorran plant, which ExxonMobil says will close next month due to economic unviability.
Gas Prices Blamed for Majority of UK Electricity Bill Rises
New analysis shows wholesale gas costs drove 66% of electricity bill increases between 2021-2025, with government facing pressure despite price stabilisation since energy crisis peak.
US Ambassador Slams UK Clean Energy Deal, Backs North Sea Oil
Donald Trump's envoy to London, Warren Stephens, warns the Hamburg Declaration on offshore wind won't meet Britain's energy needs, advocating instead for North Sea oil, gas, and nuclear expansion.
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