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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British gas company and 5 major businesses plummet into administration

A significant number of UK businesses, including notable brands, have entered administration, reflecting ongoing economic distress.

Mar 21 โ€ข 00:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Households brace for cost of living pain as Iran war drives 'extraordinary' shifts

British households are warned about rising inflation and interest rates due to surging oil and gas prices linked to the Iran conflict.

Mar 19 โ€ข 23:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

A ship was hit by an 'unknown projectile' in Qatar, near the Ras Laffan facilities

A British maritime security service reported that a ship was struck by an unknown projectile near the Ras Laffan energy complex in Qatar, where Iranian attacks occurred following Israeli strikes on the South Pars gas field.

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British Gas says customers can get ยฃ117 off energy bills from April

British Gas customers will see a ยฃ117 reduction in their energy bills starting April 1 due to government changes.

Mar 17 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Gas, food and travel: How the war in Iran is driving up costs in B.C.

The war in Iran is causing significant increases in food, gas, and travel costs in British Columbia due to rising oil prices and supply chain pressures.

Mar 16 โ€ข 23:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Scrapping North Sea windfall tax would not reduce UK energy bills, say experts

Experts argue that easing the windfall tax on North Sea oil and gas profits will not lower energy bills for British consumers, but will increase company profits instead.

Mar 10 โ€ข 09:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Octopus, British Gas, E.ON, OVO, EDF customers told of new 90-day rule 'now in force'

Energy customers in the UK are informed about a new regulatory change mandating energy suppliers to repair faulty smart meters within 90 days, potentially resulting in cash payouts for consumers.

Mar 10 โ€ข 07:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

What are British spies searching in Iran amidst the war... now UK is facing this fear

British spies are reportedly searching for nerve gas hidden inside Iran, which could endanger thousands of lives.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Gas prices highest in B.C., P.E.I. with oil costs โ€˜superchargedโ€™ due to Iran war

The ongoing conflict in Iran has driven oil prices up, significantly affecting gas prices in British Columbia and Prince Edward Island, which are now among the highest in Canada.

Mar 4 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British Gas shares two-second trick to slash energy bills

British Gas has revealed a simple method to lower energy bills by adjusting the thermostat by one degree.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British Gas explains money saving change after energy price cap April date

British Gas discusses the implications of Ofgem's energy price cap changes that will lead to reduced costs for households from April to June 2026.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis says Octopus, British Gas and EDF customers could be owed hundreds

Martin Lewis advises UK households to check for unclaimed refunds from energy suppliers, as ยฃ240 million remains unclaimed primarily from closed accounts.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British Gas urges customers to be aware of 'number one reason' your boiler may fail

British Gas advises homeowners on a quick fix for boiler failures, highlighting that low boiler pressure is the most common issue, especially in winter.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British Gas boss rakes in ยฃ4.7million despite huge fall in profits

The CEO of Centrica, which owns British Gas, received a significant pay package of ยฃ4.7 million despite the company experiencing a sharp decline in profits.

Feb 19 โ€ข 17:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

British Gas owner pauses share buyback as profits plummet

Centrica, the owner of British Gas, has halted its share buyback program following a substantial drop in profits.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

British Gas simple '60-second' boiler tip may save you from calling an engineer

British Gas has shared a quick fix for boiler issues in cold weather that could eliminate the need for a technician visit.

Feb 10 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Ovo, Octopus and British Gas bill help as Ofgem shares options when struggling

Ofgem is informing consumers about available support options for those struggling with energy bill payments amid increasing debt levels in the UK.

Feb 9 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

British Gas customers warned over 'freebie' that could 'save households ยฃ200'

British Gas customers are cautioned about scams posing as offers that could steal personal and financial information.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Should you leave heating on all day? Martin Lewis shares money saving answer

Martin Lewis discusses whether it's more cost-effective to keep heating on all day or to switch it on and off, referencing research from the Energy Saving Trust and British Gas.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Eddie the Eagle flies again! Winter Olympic hero joins British Gas engineers after brutal weather

Eddie the Eagle, the former ski jumper, has joined British Gas engineers amidst a particularly harsh winter as Team GB prepares for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

British Gas urges customers to follow 'wait' rule to avoid big bill

British Gas is advising customers to maintain appropriate room temperatures to save money and prevent problems like dampness and condensation.

Jan 15 โ€ข 15:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

British Gas 98p fix makes radiators 'work better' and homes 'feel warmer'

A low-cost tool from British Gas is said to enhance radiator efficiency, helping homes feel warmer during cold weather.

Jan 15 โ€ข 13:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

British Gas '4-minute rule' could save 'up to ยฃ70 a year' on energy bills

British Gas suggests that adhering to their '4-minute rule' can help customers conserve energy and potentially save up to ยฃ70 annually on their energy bills.

Jan 12 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

"Too strong to be real." Astronomers discovered something that theoretically shouldn't exist

An international team of astronomers led by Canadian scientists from the University of British Columbia identified a galaxy cluster containing extremely hot gas from an early stage of cosmic history, contradicting existing cosmological models.

Jan 11 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

British Gas energy expert reveals how to fix radiator cold spots with 97p tool

A British Gas energy expert provides advice on fixing cold spots in radiators using an inexpensive tool that costs just 97p.

Jan 8 โ€ข 14:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

British Gas expert shares easy way to warm your home without turning heating on

A British Gas energy expert suggests warming your home by keeping the oven door open after cooking, alongside other tips for winter preparation.

Jan 7 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Homes will warm up without radiators using these simple tricks, experts say

Experts from British Gas offer tips for keeping homes warm during the UK's cold snap while minimizing heating costs.

Jan 6 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British Gas' boiler warning to thousands of homes this week

British Gas has warned that approximately 54,000 households may need assistance with heating and hot water systems due to predicted freezing temperatures.

Jan 3 โ€ข 14:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

British Gas urges customers to follow '11am rule' to avoid problems as snow hits

British Gas warns customers to adhere to the '11am rule' to prevent winter-related issues during the cold snap affecting the UK.

Jan 3 โ€ข 11:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
World

Revelation Times: Russian submarines escorted the spy ship Yantar in British waters

Russian submarines reportedly operated in coordination with the well-known Moscow intelligence vessel Yantar to map critical underwater infrastructure around the UK, including following it last November as it inspected a gas pipeline connecting Britain to Ireland.

Dec 28 โ€ข 13:12 UTC

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