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Pubs 'go back to 18th century' by using candles as energy bills 'double in a year'

Alan Woods, who runs the Masons Arms in Camelford, Cornwall, is keeping the pub solely lit by candles every Monday in an effort to tackle soaring electricity costs

Daily Mirror

How much it will cost to run an electric blanket this winter as energy bills rise

Many people are looking for cheaper ways to stay warm during the winter, as energy bills are set to increase again on October 1, thanks to the price cap rise from Ofgem.

Edinburgh Live

Everything we know as Irish bills set to soar in price in nine days' time

Millions of Irish customers are set to be hit with a big increase in their electricity bills this winter

Dublin Live

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Chinese power firms lobby Myanmar to buy Russian gas

Chinese companies operating in Myanmar’s electricity generation sector have asked the junta for assistance in importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia, the news outlet Frontier Myanmar reported Thursday.

Bangkok Post

Using an electric blanket at night can cost half as much as turning on central heating

If you need to stay warm at night you could potentially save money by opting for an electric blanket instead of turning the radiator on

Chronicle Live

Cost of living: How much it will cost to run an electric blanket this winter

With colder weather coming in, and higher energy bills, it can be tricky to know the best ways to stay warm

Liverpool Echo

Smart meter myths debunked - including if they really do take your personal data

Smart meters work by measuring how much gas and electricity you use, before then wirelessly sending this information to your energy provider - but how do they actually save you money?

Daily Mirror

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Police Scotland to be hit with multi-million pound electricity and gas hike

Figures obtained through a freedom of information request reveal that the service is braced for increases of over £4 million on last year.

Daily Record

Old woes and new: business turmoil awaits Italy's election winner

Inflation, looming recession and impossibly high energy bills are among the daunting economic problems awaiting whoever wins Italy's election on Sunday, and they are casting a particularly long shadow over the industrial city of Terni.

Reuters

Dart and Luas could face huge disruptions if Dublin is hit by winter electricity blackouts

Department of Transport has confirmed there are no backup plans to divert energy

Dublin Live

Everyone urged to take action on gas and electricity meters in next nine days

There is different advice for anyone with a prepayment meter

Wales Online

Dart and Luas trams could grind to a halt if Dublin hit by electricity blackouts this winter

The Irish Mirror has learned that if there are sudden electricity power cuts, then the Luas and Dart trams and trains will be stopped in their tracks.

Irish Mirror

Chancellor urged to cut VAT on public charging of electric cars

Kwasi Kwarteng will deliver a mini-budget on Friday.

The Independent UK

10-day warning for EVERYONE who has an electricity meter in their house

New Prime Minister Liz Truss has announced that energy bills will be capped for two years at £2,500 as an attempt to address the cost of living crisis - now customers are urged to take a reading before October

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The Conversation

There's a huge surge in solar production under way – and Australia could show the world how to use it

You might feel despondent after reading news reports about countries doubling down on fossil fuels to cope with energy price spikes.

ABC News

Certified 'genius' Saul Griffith has a plan to decarbonise Australia — and it will only take 101 million machines

Australia's race to net zero will partly be a nationwide home renovation project. And it starts with your hot water system.

Irish Mirror

10 days until Irish bills rocket - here's everything jumping in price as households in for shock

Millions of Irish customers are set to be hit with this latest cost of living blow

The Guardian - UK

‘Not good enough’: four companies give their verdict on the energy plan

As businesses fear energy Armageddon, Jacob Rees-Mogg puts forward plan for wholesale price cap on gas and electricity

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The Independent UK

South Africa in electricity crisis, nationwide blackouts

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has an urgent meeting scheduled with his Cabinet to discuss an electricity crisis which has led to unprecedented levels of nationwide power blackouts

Nottingham Post

Arnold businesses say they need more help after new government support package announced

Liz Truss has announced a cap on gas and electricity costs for businesses today but some fear it won't be enough

The Independent UK

Stalled Brexit talks driving higher UK energy bills, industry warns

UK and EU are yet to agree efficient trading system to replace single market

The Independent UK

Energy bill plans do not provide enough support in Northern Ireland – Murphy

The Government has announced a price cap for households and businesses from November.

Belfast Live

Cost of living: Energy bill support package for Northern Ireland - what you need to know

A round-up of what you need to know about the major announcements for homes and businesses in Northern Ireland

Daily Record

John Swinney warns UK Government business support scheme may be 'inadequate'

The Deputy First Minister was responding to Conservative plans to slash the cost of wholesale gas and electricity for non-domestic customers.

The Independent UK

Thousands rally in Belgium to protest high energy prices

Thousands have gathered in Belgium to protest against skyrocketing electricity, natural gas and food prices

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