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Charity warns of impact as heating oil prices rise
The price of heating oil has risen amid the Middle East conflict, hitting many in rural areas. Source link
One in 7 shops in UK has turned cashless in the past year, survey finds
Some 14% of small High Street traders have gone card-only in the last year, a survey suggests. Source link
Five ways the Iran war could affect you – in charts
With fuel and gas prices having risen in recent days, here are some ways the conflict could affect households. Source link
States sue Trump administration over new 'unlawful' global tariffs
The 24 states are seeking to block Trump’s latest tariffs, which he imposed to replace levies struck down by the Supreme Court. Source link
UK firms pull fixed energy deals as Iran war pushes up prices
Data suggests the number of fixed-term deals has more than halved as prices for wholesale energy surge. Source link
Electricity, water and sewage prices set to rise
Electricity prices on the Isle of Man will rise by 1.5%, while water and sewage goes up by 2.9%. Source link
Nearly 4m Londoners below income for decent living
Analysis shows that most private renters live with less than what is needed for day-to-day life. Source link
Gas price cut for some Firmus Energy customers
Gas prices in the Ten Towns area will fall by just over 10% in April. Source link
South East Water faces £22m fine for supply failures
The firm was unable to cope during high demand, Ofwat says, leading to “immense stress” for customers. Source link
China sets lowest economic growth target since 1991
It is the first time the target has been lowered since it was cut to “around 5%” in 2023. Source link