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The most expensive large electrical appliances to run after energy price rise

Singling out the priciest energy-draining devices may help households cut back on their usage.

Daily Record

All the energy crisis measures to expect as blackouts included in worst case scenario plans

A document called Programme Yarrow was created back in 2021 to cover what would happen in the unlikely case of an unplanned blackout. Reports now show that transport, food and broadcasting could be affected

Edinburgh Live

Energy crisis emergency measures include planned three hour blackouts

Although planned blackouts are a 'worst case scenario', Programme Yarrow outlines some of the measures that may be taken

Wales Online

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Only FM radios might work under latest blackout emergency plans

Programme Yarrow outlines plans to cope with up to week-long outages

Evening Standard

UK winter blackout plan lists three things that could happen in weeklong power cut

The 'worst case scenario' blueprint reveals the measures the Government would take.

Daily Record

What is Programme Yarrow as Government tests emergency blackout plans lasting a week

Leaked documents outline how the UK would cope with a severe national outage.

Daily Record

Three scary ideas in UK's blackout plan - from 3-hour power cuts to emergency broadcasts

The governemnt is currently stress-testing Programme Yarrow, a confidential plan put in place for power outages, as Brits could be plunged into darkness this winter

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Martin Lewis issues urgent advice to 1.5m Bulb energy customers moving to Octopus this month

Bulb customers will automatically transfer to Octopus Energy during November.

Daily Record

UK Government tests plans to deal with blackouts lasting up to seven days

THE UK Government is testing emergency plans to deal with blackouts lasting up to seven days in the event of a power outage, according to a report.

The National (Scotland)

Government tests emergency 7-day blackout plan including 'severe' disruption to food and water

The scenario includes communications via two BBC radio stations and distruptions to transport, food and water for up to a week

Wales Online

Government ‘war games’ emergency plans to cope with week-long blackouts

Officials stress-test plans to cope with possible severe power blackouts this winter

The Independent UK

Government tests energy blackout emergency plans as supply fears grow

Exclusive: Whitehall officials have ‘war gamed’ Programme Yarrow, a blueprint for coping with outages for up to a week

The Guardian - UK

National Grid chief asks people not to 'panic' in case of blackouts

Energy supplies have been the topic of concern for the winter months due to the global situation here

Wales Online

National Grid chief warns of short power cuts instead of blackouts as colder winter forecast

A Met Office report has suggested that January to November may be colder than usual.

Daily Record

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The Independent UK

National Grid launches £50m energy help fund to tackle ‘escalating crisis’

Citizens Advice described the cost of living as an ‘escalating crisis’ and advised people to seek help

The Guardian - UK

National Grid creates £50m emergency fund for vulnerable households

UK electricity distributor warns of “exponential increase” in customers seeking help with their energy bills

The Independent UK

More than 300,000 sign up for trial to save on energy bills

The National Grid-backed scheme was expected to launch on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

When do the clocks change in 2023?

Many campaigners are calling to abolish changing the clocks

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Daily Record

New app launched to help households manage energy and cash in on incentives

The equiwatt app will link up to smart meters, smart plugs and smart EV chargers.

The Independent UK

Energy savings and fewer heart attacks: Experts reveal advantages of removing Daylight Saving Time

Many campaigners are calling to abolish changing the clocks

The Independent UK

Dark times: how UK blackouts could hit tourists

The Man Who Pays His Way: ‘What will be affected by power cuts? Hotels? Restaurants? Theatres? Museums? Public transport?’ asks a reader

Daily Mirror

What is an off-peak energy scheme and how to register to save money on bills

Energy bills have spiralled in recent months and now there are fears about winter blackouts. Some energy customers are being offered discounted bills in exchange for spreading out their power usage

Daily Record

Fears UK has 'nine days' of gas left compared to France's 103

The UK currently has one of lowest levels of gas storage in Europe says the owner of British Gas

Daily Mirror

Fears as UK has just 9 days' supply left - compared to France's 103 days

The UK has some of the lowest levels for gas storage in Europe, said the owner of British Gas, amid warnings that Brits could face three-hour planned power cuts if there is a shortage this winter

The Independent UK

Energy savings and fewer heart attacks: Experts reveal advantages of removing Daylight Saving Time

Many campaigners are calling to abolish changing the clocks

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