Wales gets colder with chance of snow, say forecasters
The first widespread frost is forecast for Monday, with temperatures dropping later this week.
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The first widespread frost is forecast for Monday, with temperatures dropping later this week.
Energy regulator Ofgem has laid out plans to standardise standing charges, the daily fee paid regardless of how much gas or electricity a home uses.
Energy regulator Ofgem has laid out plans to standardise standing charges, the daily fee paid regardless of how much gas or electricity a home uses.
As winter draws in energy experts are offering tips and advice to help households slash gas and electricity usage but there is only so much you can do because a large chunk of your bill is a fixed standing charge.
With the future of standing charges in doubt, experts are calling for the fees to be scrapped for some customers, for regional unfairness to be fixed and for more help for vulnerable households.