The clocks have now officially gone back which means we've got an extra hour in the day.
However, it, unfortunately, comes at the cost of earlier and darker nights as we slowly approach the festive season. If you've woken up today and are a bit confused over what the time is or to check whether your phone has updated properly, we've got your back.
Network operators should adjust their time automatically so you don't have to do it yourself, however, you may not have automatic updates turned on for your phone. If you have an iPhone, iPad, or Mac they should all automatically change.
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Check you have your 'Date and Time' settings for 'Set Automatically' turned on and it's best to update your iOS too.
Why do the clocks change?
Debating the effects of turning the clocks back has been a British pastime for more than a century since the first Daylight Saving Bill was brought before the House of Commons. During the Second World War, the Government moved the clocks forward one hour to help munitions factories maximise productivity and allow people to get home safely before the blackout.
Between 1968 and 1971 the Government carried out the same experiment but was forced to end it after complaints in Scotland and northern England.
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