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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

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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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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 Independent 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 Guardian - 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

The Independent UK

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.

Daily Record

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

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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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Daily Record

Exact times and places blackouts could hit Scottish homes this winter

The timings for these "worse case scenario" blackouts will depend on where you live.

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

Daily Record

Peak and off-peak electricity hours explained as money saved depends on tariffs

Here is everything you need to know about peak and off-peak electricity hours.

Glasgow Live

The household appliances Scots should unplug in the event of a blackout

The National Grid has warned of potential three-hour blackouts in the upcoming months, in the event that there is a gas supply shortage in the UK this winter.

Daily Record

The household appliances Scots should unplug in the event of winter blackouts

The National Grid has warned of potential three-hour blackouts in the coming months if there is a gas supply shortage.

The Independent UK

‘Tedious and horrible’: What life was like during the 1970s blackouts

As the National Grid warns Britons could face blackouts due to the energy crisis we look back at the last time the country was plunged into darkness

Nottingham Post

Households warned to unplug these electrical devices if blackouts hit the UK this winter

Blackouts could cause energy surges and damage some appliances if left on

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