Worrying about the cost of keeping cool has replaced worrying about the cost of central heating as the North East basks in glorious sunshine this week.
And there's more scorching days to come, with experts predicting a spell of hot weather ahead and the long-range forecast promising plenty more this month.
With long hot days come warm, stuffy nights, and if you are struggling to sleep you may be wondering how much it would cost to run a fan overnight for a cooling breeze. Fans can be indispensable in warm weather – many run one on low all night to ensure a good night’s sleep or have one beside them on a desk to combat hot and humid days.
