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UK households have been urged to use a 64p trick that could see their energy bills slashed to the tune of £870.

This is especially vital after Ofgem announced a 0.2% rise of the energy price cap for the period covering January to March 2026.

This is on top of the energy bill rise in October, with Ofgem confirming that from 1 October, the price cap rose by 2% to £1,775.

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Updraft , experts in helping people manage their consumer credit, share how one simple household change could deliver significant savings on energy bills.

This is simply to use a heated blanket for cosy evenings instead of central heating.

Updraft’s calculation, based on the upcoming average unit rates and standing c

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