Martin Lewis shares 'bad news' as he warns energy bills are 'going to rise'Energy prices expected to rise significantly in April, with predictions up to 5.7% by Ofgem.
Martin Lewis predicts energy prices will rise by 100 in AprilEnergy bills in the UK are predicted to rise by up to £100 due to a higher energy price cap in April.
Should you fix gas and electricity bills now or use the energy price cap?Consumers can save by switching from the energy price cap to cheaper tariffs before predicted price increases.
Martin Lewis shares 'bad news' as he warns energy bills are 'going to rise'Energy prices expected to rise significantly in April, with predictions up to 5.7% by Ofgem.
Martin Lewis predicts energy prices will rise by 100 in AprilEnergy bills in the UK are predicted to rise by up to £100 due to a higher energy price cap in April.
Should you fix gas and electricity bills now or use the energy price cap?Consumers can save by switching from the energy price cap to cheaper tariffs before predicted price increases.
Martin Lewis update on phone and broadband mid-contract bill risesNew Ofcom rules require phone and broadband companies to disclose price rises clearly before contract signing, starting January 17, 2025.
Social tariffs that millions are eligible for - how to apply todaySocial tariffs offer affordable broadband and phone packages for benefit claimants, yet many are unaware of their availability.
Martin Lewis issues 'Black Friday warning' as he urges shoppers to 'stay calm'Be mindful when shopping on Black Friday to avoid impulse purchases; only buy what you truly need.
Martin Lewis warns of online scam wild west' over fake Rachel Reeves adOnline scams are rampant with inadequate regulation, leaving consumers vulnerable to fraudulent schemes impersonating public figures.
Martin Lewis sends warning over Buy Now Pay Later crackdownMartin Lewis highlights the crucial need for regulating buy now, pay later products to protect consumers.
Martin Lewis warns of online scam wild west' over fake Rachel Reeves adOnline scams are rampant with inadequate regulation, leaving consumers vulnerable to fraudulent schemes impersonating public figures.
Martin Lewis sends warning over Buy Now Pay Later crackdownMartin Lewis highlights the crucial need for regulating buy now, pay later products to protect consumers.
Martin Lewis issues 'important warning' to thousands missing out on 2,000Many young people under 22 may be unaware of unclaimed Child Trust Funds worth over 2,000, and it's free to access these funds.
Martin Lewis shares winter fuel payment eligibility loophole' for pensionersMany retirees could be eligible for pension credit, allowing for additional financial support despite having income over the standard threshold.
Martin Lewis issues 'important warning' to thousands missing out on 2,000Many young people under 22 may be unaware of unclaimed Child Trust Funds worth over 2,000, and it's free to access these funds.
Martin Lewis shares winter fuel payment eligibility loophole' for pensionersMany retirees could be eligible for pension credit, allowing for additional financial support despite having income over the standard threshold.
Martin Lewis issues warning to almost one million people not claiming vital paymentNearly one million eligible people are not claiming pension credit due to various barriers, according to Martin Lewis.
Martin Lewis makes Winter Fuel Payment plea to all pensionersPensioners must check Winter Fuel Payment eligibility under new rules affecting income thresholds and access to benefits.
Furious Martin Lewis slams winter fuel payment in interview with Labour ministerMartin Lewis criticized the means-testing of winter fuel payments, highlighting that it may disadvantage vulnerable pensioners who are unaware of their eligibility.
Martin Lewis issues warning to almost one million people not claiming vital paymentNearly one million eligible people are not claiming pension credit due to various barriers, according to Martin Lewis.
Martin Lewis makes Winter Fuel Payment plea to all pensionersPensioners must check Winter Fuel Payment eligibility under new rules affecting income thresholds and access to benefits.
Furious Martin Lewis slams winter fuel payment in interview with Labour ministerMartin Lewis criticized the means-testing of winter fuel payments, highlighting that it may disadvantage vulnerable pensioners who are unaware of their eligibility.
Martin Lewis pens open letter to Ed Miliband claiming 'too many smart meters don't work'Smart meters' rollout faces criticism due to high malfunction rates, with Lewis urging focus on fixing existing meters rather than installing new ones.
Martin Lewis issues smart metre warning amid calls for new rulesMartin Lewis warns that many smart meters are faulty and calls for a shift in focus from installations to ensuring operational devices.Complaints about smart meters are widespread, indicating a need for significant improvement in their rollout and support.
Martin Lewis pens open letter to Ed Miliband claiming 'too many smart meters don't work'Smart meters' rollout faces criticism due to high malfunction rates, with Lewis urging focus on fixing existing meters rather than installing new ones.
Martin Lewis issues smart metre warning amid calls for new rulesMartin Lewis warns that many smart meters are faulty and calls for a shift in focus from installations to ensuring operational devices.Complaints about smart meters are widespread, indicating a need for significant improvement in their rollout and support.
fromwww.independent.co.uk5 months agoMartin Lewis launches attack on local councils: Like loan sharks'UK council tax collection practices are criticized for being predatory, especially towards vulnerable individuals with mental health issues.
Martin Lewis clears up confusion over child benefit capMartin Lewis clarifies the two-child benefit cap under the Conservative government, affecting universal credit and tax credit eligibility for third children born after April 6, 2017.
Martin Lewis warning to British Gas, OVO and EDF customers ahead of price cap changeMartin Lewis warns British Gas, OVO, and EDF customers of upcoming changes to Ofgem price cap.Energy price cap expected to drop by 12% on April 1, followed by a further decrease in July, but then predicted to rise later.
Martin Lewis urges people to check if they are owed hundreds before tax deadlineBritons urged to claim tax allowances before April deadlineMarriage tax allowance, PPI, uniform tax rebate among the reclaim options
Hunt disputes Martin Lewis claim he was told about Budget detail before parliamentJeremy Hunt disputes claim about child benefit charge changeChancellor raised threshold for high-income child benefit charge, lifting 170,000 families from charges
Martin Lewis slams government's failure' to fund money textbookPolitical failure in funding financial education textbookMartin Lewis personally funded the first financial education textbook.
Martin Lewis explains easy way people can check and challenge their council tax bandMartin Lewis explains how to check and challenge council tax band for potential errors.