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National & Local

Keir Starmer accuses Kemi Badenoch of 'political games' over Middle East response

Keir Starmer denounces Kemi Badenoch for her remarks about UK military personnel in the Middle East amid escalating tensions and rising living costs.

Mar 7 β€’ 20:00 UTC
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National & Local

Martin Lewis 'immediate' bills increase alert as some homes face Β£800 hike

Martin Lewis warns that rising oil prices due to unrest in Iran will significantly increase energy bills for homes, with some facing hikes of up to Β£800.

Mar 6 β€’ 16:56 UTC
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World

Iran War Warning - Conflict Could 'Bring Down Economies' and Drive Up Energy Bills

Qatar's energy minister warns that escalating conflict in the Middle East could lead to skyrocketing oil prices and negatively impact global economies.

Mar 6 β€’ 14:45 UTC
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National & Local

Octopus Energy boss responds to Martin Lewis after introducing Β£75 exit fee

Octopus Energy's CEO addresses customer concerns over new exit fees added to fixed tariffs amid rising energy costs.

Mar 6 β€’ 10:14 UTC
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National & Local

Ministers discuss ways to offset energy price surges caused by Iran war

UK ministers are exploring interventions to mitigate escalating household energy bills linked to the conflict in Iran.

Mar 5 β€’ 12:54 UTC
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National & Local

Oil price continues to rise amid Middle East crisis but stock markets rebound across Asia

Asian stock markets are recovering from losses associated with the Middle East crisis, while oil prices continue to rise due to supply disruptions.

Mar 5 β€’ 10:01 UTC
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National & Local

Anger as Iran war means Octopus energy increases fee 'twice in a week' - 'shameful'

Octopus Energy, the UK's largest electricity supplier, has faced backlash after increasing exit fees twice in a week amid rising energy prices linked to the Iran war.

Mar 5 β€’ 07:59 UTC
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National & Local

Energy bills could rise by Β£160 after Iran conflict pushes gas prices higher

The ongoing conflict in Iran has led to a significant increase in gas prices, predicting an annual rise of Β£160 in household energy bills in the UK.

Mar 4 β€’ 17:46 UTC
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National & Local

Drivers rush to petrol pumps in photos as Iran war sparks horror oil crisis fears

Drivers in the UK are queuing at petrol stations amid fears of rising oil prices due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.

Mar 4 β€’ 16:11 UTC
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Petrol prices in the UK hit 169.9p with 90-car queues over Iran war - everything to know

Petrol prices in the UK have surged to 169.9p a litre amid rising tensions from the Iran-US conflict, causing significant queues and fuel shortages.

Mar 4 β€’ 13:58 UTC
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National & Local

Martin Lewis 'fix now' warning as cheap energy deals vanish 'by the minute'

Energy expert Martin Lewis warns that cheap energy deals are disappearing rapidly due to a surge in wholesale energy prices linked to Middle East conflicts.

Mar 4 β€’ 11:38 UTC
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National & Local

War in Middle East β€˜could wipe out growth in UK living standards’

A conflict in the Middle East may lead to a significant energy price surge, potentially undermining projected growth in living standards for UK households, according to a think tank's warning.

Mar 4 β€’ 09:31 UTC
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National & Local

Middle East war threatens living standards growth in UK for poorest families

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East poses a risk to the growth of living standards in the UK, particularly affecting lower-income families, according to a report by the Resolution Foundation.

Mar 4 β€’ 07:43 UTC
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National & Local

Reeves’s talk of stability may be misplaced amid Iran war turmoil

Rachel Reeves asserts economic stability despite concerns over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its impact on energy prices and inflation.

Mar 3 β€’ 15:55 UTC
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National & Local

Australian energy bills could surge as Iran conflict drives up global gas prices

Global gas prices are on the rise due to the conflict involving Iran, raising concerns about a renewal of energy shocks similar to those experienced in 2022, which severely impacted Australian energy bills and businesses.

Mar 3 β€’ 14:00 UTC
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National & Local

UK bills cannot escape the forces of Iran war

The escalating Iran war is projected to significantly impact UK energy bills and consumer prices due to rising global oil and gas costs.

Mar 3 β€’ 13:55 UTC
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National & Local

Spring forecast: Reeves insists Labour has β€˜right economic plan’ as 2026 growth downgraded

Rachel Reeves affirmed that Labour has the appropriate economic strategy while announcing a downgraded growth forecast for 2026 amidst rising global uncertainty.

Mar 3 β€’ 13:14 UTC
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National & Local

Britain: Natural gas prices reached their highest level since late 2022 due to the Middle East

Natural gas prices in Britain have surged to the highest level since late 2022, driven by disruptions in the Middle East and rising demand throughout Europe.

Mar 3 β€’ 12:50 UTC
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National & Local

Iran war sees Martin Lewis tells E.On, OVO, Octopus customers 'do this now'

Martin Lewis urges energy customers in the UK to switch to fixed tariffs immediately due to soaring prices driven by escalating Middle East tensions.

Mar 3 β€’ 11:35 UTC
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National & Local

Martin Lewis explains how to slash energy bills before new price cap

Martin Lewis provides advice on reducing energy bills as the Ofgem price cap decreases for households in the UK.

Mar 3 β€’ 10:00 UTC
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National & Local

UK grocery inflation in surprise rise as experts warn of worse to come

UK grocery inflation has unexpectedly increased to 4.3% after previously declining, raising concerns among experts regarding potential further price rises due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 3 β€’ 08:44 UTC
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National & Local

Spring forecast: Rachel Reeves to insist government has β€˜right economic plan’, as Middle East crisis threatens inflation spike – live updates

Rachel Reeves is set to respond to the Spring Forecast from the Office for Budget Responsibility, amid concerns that the ongoing crisis in the Middle East could lead to inflation spikes in the UK due to rising energy prices.

Mar 3 β€’ 07:48 UTC
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National & Local

Rachel Reeves's plans could be affected by Middle East conflict, say economists

Economists warn that escalating conflicts in the Middle East could disrupt Rachel Reeves's economic strategies, particularly in combating inflation.

Mar 3 β€’ 05:00 UTC
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World

This war has massive implications for the world economy | Ed Conway

Ed Conway discusses how the ongoing war in the Middle East is significantly impacting global economic conditions, particularly through disruptions in energy supplies.

Mar 2 β€’ 17:50 UTC
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World

Middle East crisis pushes up oil prices – and could drive inflation rises too

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has caused a significant surge in oil prices, which could lead to increased inflation globally.

Mar 2 β€’ 13:02 UTC
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National & Local

Iran war and what it could mean for UK households - everything you need to know

The article discusses the implications of rising oil prices due to the conflict in Iran on UK households, emphasizing potential increases in fuel and energy costs.

Mar 2 β€’ 09:16 UTC
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World

Oil prices surge as stock markets tumble after Middle East attacks disrupt energy supply

Oil prices have surged and stock markets have declined due to military strikes in the Middle East impacting energy supply.

Mar 2 β€’ 00:14 UTC
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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 β€’ 15:18 UTC
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National & Local

Ofgem shares 'one of the cheapest ways' to save energy and money

Ofgem has outlined an effective DIY method for households to reduce energy costs as energy prices remain high in the UK.

Feb 27 β€’ 09:01 UTC
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National & Local

Democrats call for freeze on gas exports as energy prices soar for US households

Democratic lawmakers are urging the energy department to halt increased liquefied natural gas exports as US energy prices rise sharply for households.

Feb 26 β€’ 17:00 UTC
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National & Local

Martin Lewis urges UK households to take advantage of dropping energy prices

Martin Lewis encourages UK households to capitalize on falling energy prices due to a reduction in the Energy Price Cap.

Feb 25 β€’ 15:37 UTC
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National & Local

8 major cost of living changes in 2026 including two huge DWP changes in April

The UK Government has announced eight significant cost of living support measures for 2026, including key changes from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Feb 25 β€’ 12:31 UTC
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National & Local

See how much YOUR energy bill will fall by with our calculator after Ofgem update

Ofgem has announced a fall in energy price caps, allowing households to estimate their future energy bills with a new calculator.

Feb 25 β€’ 07:47 UTC
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National & Local

Ofgem energy price cap announced as millions to see bills fall - how it impacts you

The Ofgem energy price cap will decrease, resulting in lower energy bills for millions of households starting April 1.

Feb 25 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

Ofgem announces big fall in energy price cap: LIVE updates

Ofgem has announced a reduction in the energy price cap, bringing it down to Β£1,641 for typical dual fuel households starting in April.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:51 UTC
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National & Local

Energy price cap to fall in April but threat of war hangs over outlook

The energy price cap in the UK will decrease in April 2026, yet concerns persist regarding the ongoing impacts of the war in Ukraine on energy prices and costs.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:00 UTC
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National & Local

Ofgem energy price cap set to fall sharply - everything you need to know

The UK energy price cap is expected to drop significantly, impacting household energy bills positively from April 1.

Feb 24 β€’ 11:56 UTC
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National & Local

High energy prices threaten UK’s status as manufacturing power, business groups say

A report reveals that rising energy prices risk the UK's manufacturing status, with 40% of businesses cutting investments due to high electricity and gas costs.

Feb 22 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

Tony Blair’s thinktank accuses Ed Miliband of driving up energy prices

Tony Blair's thinktank claims that Ed Miliband's green energy policies are increasing energy prices in the UK.

Feb 13 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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National & Local

Michigan accuses big oil of being β€˜cartel’ that fuels climate crisis and high energy costs

Michigan has filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against major oil companies for allegedly acting as a cartel that inhibits the growth of renewable energy and contributes to the climate crisis and rising energy prices.

Feb 5 β€’ 13:00 UTC
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World

US frackers were already facing a global oil supply glut. Trump’s Venezuelan dream could make it worse

US shale-oil producers are struggling with low prices and now face increased competition from Venezuela after the US captures its president.

Jan 12 β€’ 11:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

The 50p trick that could help cut window condensation this winter

Experts recommend a simple 50p hack to help British households reduce window condensation during the winter months as energy prices stay high.

Jan 9 β€’ 01:40 UTC
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National & Local

Collapse of β€˜zombie’ UK firms forecast to fuel unemployment in 2026

A report predicts that the failure of struggling 'zombie' companies in the UK will lead to increased unemployment in 2026, due to rising costs from interest rates, energy prices, and minimum wage increases.

Jan 5 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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Life & Tech

Copper price on track for biggest rise in 15 years amid global shortage fears

Copper prices are set for their largest increase in over 15 years due to fears of global shortages fueled by tariff uncertainties and mining disaster risks.

Dec 29 β€’ 13:27 UTC

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