Solar panel rebates cut

The UK government is going ahead with cuts to solar panel rebates and a host of other subsidies.The most notable is for homeowners with domestic size solar panels with an eligibility date from March 3 this year.

Franke sinks: stylish and practical kitchen sinks and taps

Whether you're planning to redecorate your entire kitchen or simply replace some worn-out fittings, choosing the right sink can have a huge effect on both the look and utility of your kitchen - but where can you find something stylish and functional?

Are you eligible for Warm Front funding?

Brits urged to apply for Warm Front energy funding

Warm Front, a Government scheme to help the poorest households in England make their homes warmer and cut energy bills, is set for a £30 million underspend, two leading consumer groups are warning. They are urging households to apply.

Utility bills a major concern for consumers

Cost of utility bills, food and petrol among biggest worries

Britain's consumers are 10 times more worried about rising utility bills than they are about meeting their monthly mortgage or rent payments, research shows. Spiralling food and petrol prices also rank in the top three concerns.

Customers still paying out £1.9bn for energy bills

Recent energy price cuts will still leave households paying out £1.9 billion, according to uSwitch.com.

Brits worried about electricity, gas cost

More than 96,000 worried about utilities cost

Fuel poverty is more common than you may think, as household struggle with rising gas and electricity costs. In 2011, Citizens Advice dealt with more than 96,000 fuel debt problems, with more enquiries expected throughout 2012.

npower cuts gas prices by 5%

npower, one of the 'big six' energy providers, is to reduce its gas prices by five per cent from February 1. This means that the average household bill for a dual fuel customer will drop from £1,282 to £1,243.

Resolve to be more eco-friendly in 2012 and opt for a shower

Being as eco-friendly as possible is an increasing concern for many people - but it is easy to be unsure of the easiest and most effective ways to do so. Opting to install a shower unit and cutting down on the number of baths you have is perhaps one of the simplest steps to take.

Usain Bolt hits the track in broadband advert

Who better to advertise super-speedy broadband than Usain Bolt? The Olympic gold medalist has been warming up for London 2012 by making an appearance in an advertising campaign for Virgin Media promoting their new ‘double speed’ broadband initiative.

Big Six continue to drop utility tariffs

The Big Six energy companies are continuing to respond to the drop in energy wholesale prices with more attractive rates for homeowners crippled by big winter bills. British Gas has announced an average 5% drop in its standard electricity tariff.

EDF Energy to cut gas prices

EDF Energy, one of the 'big six' providers, is cutting its prices by five per cent with effect from February 7. The average household bill for a dual fuel customer will now drop from £1,241 to £1,203.

Top 5 energy saving gadgets

December has never been a thrifty month, but the rising price of day-to-day energy bills is threatening to push some families’ finances over the edge. There are a number of "eco" products on the market, but which work and what will actually save you money?

Sir Bruce quicksteps in to support winter campaign

As the snow blows in, Strictly Come Dancing host Sir Bruce Forsyth has stepped into action to help save lives with the Community Foundation Network's 'Surviving Winter' campaign. He's sent his own Winter Fuel Payment to support the initiative.

Cut the costs of winter heating

You can cut the cost of your heating bills by burning wooden briquettes - around £289 per pallet for the equivalent of around £800-worth of seasoned logs. And the energy team at Verdo Briquettes have lots of other tips for winter money saving, too.

Winter worries for three quarters of Brits

A new poll has found 74% of people have concerns about their home this winter. The AA’s Home Emergency Response Service survey points out that many households are vulnerable as 16% of adults, around 7.5 million people, live alone.

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Illustrator designed fabrics for your home

The British coast and countryside can have a place inside the home with a new range by Lewis & Wood bringing the outside in. The producer of lovely fabrics and wall papers has turned to designer, illustrator and wood engraver Andrew Davidson for new inspiration.