A survey published this week by consumer association Which? points out a ‘long squeeze’ on UK households. It highlights that many are unable to save and are unlikely to weather any financial shocks.
A new whitepaper released by Parks Associates revealed that nearly 50 percent of US households with a broadband Internet connection and a thermostat never actually programmed the device or, in fact, have done so only once, after it was initially installed.
An official survey revealed nearly eight out of 10 people in the UK prefer renewable energy. According to the major poll published by the government today (Tuesday), of the 2,107 people asked in December and January just four per cent were opposed to using renewable energy.
Energy customers face a winter of discontent since bills have risen between 6 per cent and 10.8% from the ‘big six’ companies over the last few months. Analysts have commented on this trend.
Snow and the big freeze this week have raised concerns for the vulnerable. The sub-zero weather is, if anything, set to get worse as we go into the weekend, forecasters have warned.
