Smart Meters What UK Households Need to Know After Martin Lewis’s Evidence to MPs

Diane Pearce

Published on: 16/09/2026

Smart meters have earned a mixed reputation. We explain Martin Lewis’s evidence to MPs, what happens if a meter loses its smart connection, and why households can still read it and stay in control today.

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Loughborough University Student AI Protest Targets Loughborough Town Artisan Market Signs and Threatens Future Graffiti To Loughborough Town Hall

Diane Pearce

Published on: 06/09/2026

An student called "V" protest has linked Loughborough University, alleged AI-generated artwork and graffitied Artisan Market signs. We found the letter signed “V” during a family Sunday in Loughborough town centre.

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ALERT - Your Charnwood Home Energy Bills Could Be Around £257 Higher By January 2027

Diane Pearce

Published on: 27/08/2026

A typical Charnwood household could be around £257 a year worse off by January 2027. Diane explains what the increases could mean, how to check you’re paying as little as possible and what to do about reducing your home energy costs

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Energy Bills Are Rising Again This Winter — And January Could Be Even Worse

Diane Pearce

Published on: 27/08/2026

Energy bills rise again from October, with Cornwall Insight forecasting a further increase in January. Diane explains what Charnwood households need to know.

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