Sir Keir Starmer’s Advisor Urges Extension of Fuel Duty Cut Amid Rising Prices Tuesday, April 7, 2026 fuel duty inflation costofliving diesel labour government energy prices taxation As diesel prices soar to 185p per litre, Lord Richard Walker—the executive chairman of Iceland and Sir Keir Starmer’s cost of living tsar—has urged the Labour government to consider extending or increasing fuel duty cuts to … Read More
UK Households with Smart Meters Offered Free Electricity from 8am to 4pm Monday, April 6, 2026 smartmeters electricity uswitch energy savings bankholiday reimbursement powerhours uk homes UK households equipped with smart meters now have a unique opportunity to receive free electricity during the May bank holiday weekend. Uswitch.com is offering to reimburse electricity usage between 8am and 4pm for up to … Read More
Lower Energy Bills Expected for EDF, EON, British Gas, and Octopus Customers in Select UK Areas Friday, April 3, 2026 energy solar power government renewables technology bills electricity uk heating The UK government is advancing initiatives to help households reduce energy bills through the introduction of plug-in solar panels in specific areas. These low-cost, easy-to-install solar panels can be placed on balconies or … Read More
People Urged to Drive Less Amid Soaring Fuel Prices and Energy Crisis Thursday, April 2, 2026 fuel driving energy crisis europe transport prices diesel conservation policy Amid the escalating energy crisis linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran, motorists across Europe are being urged to “drive less” and prioritize public transport and car-sharing. Dan Jørgensen, European Commission … Read More
UK Supermarkets Warn of Potential Shortages in Four Key Produce Items Wednesday, April 1, 2026 supermarkets shortages produce energy inflation costofliving growers glasshouses supplychain foodsecurity UK supermarkets are bracing for potential “gaps on shelves” as rising costs threaten the availability of essential produce. Chancellor Rachel Reeves recently met with senior executives from leading supermarket … Read More
UK Faces Imminent Diesel Shortage as Experts Warn of Supply Crisis Wednesday, April 1, 2026 diesel fuel shortage uk energy labour government supply petrol logistics A looming diesel shortage in the UK has been forecast by energy expert Ashley Kelty of investment bank Panmure Liberum, who criticizes the Labour government for downplaying the threat. While petrol supplies are expected to … Read More