With colder weather on the way and energy prices creeping up again, Money Mentor David Braithwaite shares practical, money-saving tips to help you keep your home warm without overspending.
In this episode, David explains the latest changes to the energy price cap, rising by 2% this October, and reveals clever ways to offset that increase — from bleeding radiators and lowering boiler temperatures to plugging draughts and turning off standby appliances. These simple adjustments could save an average household over £160 a year, four times the amount of the latest price rise.
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He also shares guidance for anyone needing extra help this winter, with details on where to find benefit calculators, government support, and advice lines.
Click the SoundCloud player above to listen to David’s full list of energy-saving hacks and keep the warmth (and your money) where it matters most.
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