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Scottish Sun
25-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Huge boost for EVERY energy customer next week as bills drop by £129 offering relief for millions of households
Keep scrolling to find out more about the upcoming change good energy Huge boost for EVERY energy customer next week as bills drop by £129 offering relief for millions of households A HUGE £129 boost is set to offer relief for millions of energy customers next week. A typical household's annual gas and electricity bill cost will be reducing by £129 - for a dual-fuel household. 3 A big £129 boost is coming for energy customers next week Credit: Getty 3 Customers have been given a warning ahead of July 1 price changes Credit: Getty What's happening? This will see customers from every energy firm - such as British Gas, Octopus, OVO, and EDF - receive the boost. Energy regulator Ofgem announced prices for households on standard variable tariffs will be reduced by 7% on July 1. The price will drop from £1,849 to £1,720 - making for a reduction of £129. Furthermore, from Tuesday, the unit rates will be decreased for both gas and electricity - in addition to the standing charges. It will see electricity cost 25.73p per unit, having been reduced from 27.03p. Meanwhile, the standing charge will decrease from 53.80p per day to 51.37p. As for gas, the unit rates will have slight reductions with 6.99p to 6.33p, as well as standing charges decreasing from 32.67p to 29.82p. In its announcement, Ofgem said: "Between 1 July and 30 September 2025, the energy price cap is set at £1,720 per year for a typical household who use electricity and gas and pay by Direct Debit. "This is a decrease of 7% compared to the cap set between 1 April to 30 June 2025 (£1,849). 'The price cap also makes sure that prices for people on a standard variable tariff (default tariff) are fair and that they reflect the cost of energy." Stop Making This Air Conditioning Mistake: How to Slash Your Summer Energy Bill Am I covered by this? Customers are covered by the price cap if they pay for electricity and gas by either Direct Debit, prepayment meter, standard credit or Economy 7 (E7) meter. For people not on a fixed deal, their prices will be changing from 0.01am on Tuesday. Previous warning Millions of energy customers were warned to make an essential bill check ahead of the price cap change. Households on standard variable tariffs without a smart meter should make it a priority to submit their electricity and gas meter readings to their supplier as close to July 1 as possible. This ensures they are billed accurately at the new, lower rates. Failing to submit readings could mean some of your usage after this date is charged at the previous, higher rates. 4 ways to keep your energy bills low Laura Court-Jones, Small Business Editor at Bionic shared her tips. 1. Turn your heating down by one degree You probably won't even notice this tiny temperature difference, but what you will notice is a saving on your energy bills as a result. Just taking your thermostat down a notch is a quick way to start saving fast. This one small action only takes seconds to carry out and could potentially slash your heating bills by £171.70. 2. Switch appliances and lights off It sounds simple, but fully turning off appliances and lights that are not in use can reduce your energy bills, especially in winter. Turning off lights and appliances when they are not in use, can save you up to £20 a year on your energy bills 3. Install a smart meter Smart meters are a great way to keep control over your energy use, largely because they allow you to see where and when your gas and electricity is being used. 4. Consider switching energy supplier No matter how happy you are with your current energy supplier, they may not be providing you with the best deals, especially if you've let a fixed-rate contract expire without arranging a new one. If you haven't browsed any alternative tariffs lately, then you may not be aware that there are better options out there. Suppliers who have not received meter readings rely on estimated usage, which could lead to households being overcharged. However, even if you take your meter readings near July 1, you don't need to submit them immediately. Many suppliers allow extra time for customers to provide their readings. Some offer a few days after the price cap changes to submit backdated readings, while others may allow up to a week or more.
Scottish Sun
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Jude Bellingham tipped to transform Real Madrid fortunes in new role after being ‘not happy' under Ancelotti
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. The England star has delayed surgery to play in the Club World Cup JUDE AWAKENING Jude Bellingham tipped to transform Real Madrid fortunes in new role after being 'not happy' under Ancelotti Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) JUDE BELLINGHAM has been tipped to make a quick return to his best form - providing new boss Xabi Alonso plays him in his best position. The Real Madrid star endured a mixed season at the Bernabeu as Los Blancos missed out on the LaLiga title. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Jude Bellingham played out of position for much of last season Credit: Reuters He struggled to replicate the stunning impact of his first campaign in Spain, which led to criticism from sections of the Madrid media. And former Real winger Victor Sanchez del Amo believes the England midfielder was frustrated on the field for much of the campaign, during which Real failed to win any silverware for the first time in four years. Bellingham, 21, will hope to get back to his best at the Club World Cup, with his first game against Saudi side Al-Hilal in Miami tomorrow. Sanchez del Amo, 49, told SunSport: 'I really saw a change in Bellingham in his second season. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL WALKING AWAY Kyle Walker agrees shock Everton switch with Man City career now over WATCH EVERY MATCH OF THE CLUB WORLD CUP 2025 LIVE ON DAZN 'In the first season he was outstanding, playing in his natural position as a midfielder with a free role to move through the central corridor. 'But last season, he played many times as a left midfielder. 'He had a different tactical role and he wasn't happy there. 'Real had lost Toni Kroos and didn't replace his role in the build-up play. They struggled for balance between defence and attack. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "Bellingham realised that and tried to help the team by dropping his position, but this was also uncomfortable for him. 'You could see that his body language on the pitch was very different. Jude Bellingham's girlfriend posts for first time since England star had bum pinched by bride-to-be 'In the first season he always showed a great fighting spirit, helping his team-mates, supporting everyone and leading on the pitch. 'But in this second season he had different behaviour. He spent a lot of time complaining, got more cards and picked fights with opponents. 'I felt he was not happy in his new role — and that showed.' Bellingham has delayed shoulder surgery so he can play in the CWC. Along with Al-Hilal, Real will face Mexican side Pachuca and Red Bull Salzburg in the initial group phase. And new manager Alonso, who has replaced Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti, will be under immediate pressure to mount a serious challenge in Fifa's lucrative revamped event. 2 Sanchez del Amo — who manages Slovenian champions Olimpija Ljubljana but has ambitions to coach in England — feels Alonso can boost Real's attacking threat by allowing Bellingham to play to his strengths. He added: 'Last season Real signed Kylian Mbappe but it was difficult to find balance because he and Vini Junior like to occupy the same spaces. 'They are not natural strikers, so many times Real had nobody in the box. They would get into crossing positions but the box was empty. 'Bellingham can improve that. He has a huge capacity to score goals. 'His best position is very clear — he has to be an attacking midfielder, with freedom in the central corridor to join the second line in the box. 'I don't think we'll see him playing wide any more.'
The Sun
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Huge boost for unemployed Brits as 100,000 work placements up for grabs – how you can apply
A RECORD 100,000 training spots will be up for grabs this year as part of a major government push to get people into work. More than 86,000 have already taken part in the scheme, which gives people free training, a short work placement and a guaranteed interview for a real job. 2 2 It's called the Sector-Based Work Academy Programme (SWAPs) and it's open to anyone on Universal Credit, Jobseeker's Allowance or Employment Support Allowance who is ready to work. It focuses on industries desperate for new recruits – from hospitality to construction. Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall said: 'SWAPs help people to stay in work for longer and boost their pay, while getting businesses loyal staff with the right skills. 'That's why we are boosting the scheme even further next year, giving even more people access to these life-changing opportunities." The programme is now expanding, with a new hospitality pilot launching in 26 areas including 13 coastal towns like Scarborough and Blackpool. Sophie, who found a job as a domestic assistant for infrastructure support service provider Amey through the SWAP programme, said: "I really enjoyed the experience. I've worked in cleaning positions in the past, but this programme was unique and allowed me to see what working for Amey would feel like. I'm really proud of my work. 'Because of the great team here, I want to do a good job. When my sister told me she was looking for a job, I got her in touch with my Operations Manager and now she also works as a domestic assistant at another contract.' Supercharging SWAPs By LIZ KENDALL, Work and Pensions Secretary EVERY Sun reader will know someone who's tried to take their first step into a new career – only to be told that they don't have the experience they need. Up and down the country, there are people brimming with talent but struggling to get a foot in the door, to prove themselves and get that all important first break on the career ladder. In the last year, more than 86,000 places have been offered on our Sector Based Work Academy Programme – or SWAPs – providing training, hands-on experience, and the guarantee of an interview. Every one of the places means the chance for someone to get on in life, make the most of their talents, and explore new opportunities. Take Andrew, who took part in the SWAP programme after being unemployed for four years. He had previous experience in retail, but his low confidence after years out of work was holding him back. The SWAP programme rebuilt Andrew's confidence. After taking part in a taster day, work placement and gaining relevant qualifications, he is now a qualified retail floor manager with a permanent job, putting more money is his pockets. That is the life-changing difference the right support can make. So, this year, we're going even further – with 100,000 SWAP places up for grabs. We know this scheme works. Our research shows that in the two years after finishing a SWAP, people stay in their jobs up to three months longer on average, earn up to £1400 more a year, and save the taxpayer over £350 on the benefits they would otherwise be claiming. And it's also undoubtedly better for businesses, especially those crying out for staff in sectors such as hospitality and construction. My ambition as Work and Pensions Secretary is to achieve an 80% employment rate in support of this government's growth mission. SWAPs are the perfect step to achieving this as we put more money in people's pockets and improve living standards across the UK, delivering on our Plan for Change. So, to anybody on Universal Credit, Jobseekers Allowance or Employment Support Allowance who fancies a fresh start, speak to our work coaches about SWAPs. And if you're running a business, get involved and hire your next star employee.
