As millions of households grapple with soaring energy bills, the approaching colder weather is set to exacerbate the cost of living crisis. People will be awaiting guidance from new prime minister Liz Truss, who is thought to be holding talks with energy company executives.
Although Ms Truss is thought to be eyeing up an energy price freeze to tackle spiralling energy costs, help with bills could take time to enact. Toolstation, has shared some advice that could see people get winter-ready now.
The retailer of tools and building materials carried out a survey which discovered measures that households are preparing to take to prepare for the upcoming colder months. The survey found that 45% will be swapping their old halogen bulbs for LED bulbs, 23% are planning on installing smart home technology and 21% will be installing draught excluders.