The 5 Things That You Should Know About Your Plumbing System

Most of the time we tend to take our plumbing system for granted because when it works, there are no worries. It is a good idea, however, to know a little bit about the plumbing because if something should happen to go amiss then we will be better prepared to handle the situation. So let us go over five major pieces of knowledge that are good to know about concerning your plumbing system. No. 1 There are gasses that exist in a plumbing system that can make us sick, as well as being explosive. There are bends in the pipes called traps, which actually collect and hold the water so that the gasses cannot pass through a certain point, thus protecting us from those gasses. The traps also stops any sewer crawlers from coming up into our sinks. No. 2 There are plumbing vents on our roof that allow air to flow into the system which enables the water to be able to flow down into the sewer pipes. This allows water to flow freely and quickly, which without the pipes, the water would drain very s
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22 Step Home Winter Weather Proofing Checklist to Save Money and Energy Costs :: The Market Oracle :: Financial Markets Analysis & Forecasting Free Website

22 Step Home Winter Weather Proofing Checklist to Save Money and Energy Costs :: The Market Oracle :: Financial Markets Analysis & Forecasting Free Website
http://www.marketoracle.co.uk/Article52806.html

A Quick and Simple Guide To Changing a Plug

One of the most common electrical tasks we face as householders is the need to wire a plug. However a surprising number of people are unaware of exactly how to do this and we felt as though it would be helpful to draw up a quick and simple guide designed to help our followers to change a plug should the need arise.
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Time For a Boiler Service

Have your boiler serviced - today!
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Big Six energy firms ripping off customers as costs fall but tariffs don't - BT

As wholesale energy costs hit a five-year low, the Big Six energy companies are being criticised for not passing on cheaper prices to customers.
http://home.bt.com/lifestyle/money/mortgages-bills/big-six-energy-firms-ripping-off-customers-as-costs-fall-but-tariffs-dont-11364012534370

Wind power now UK's cheapest source of electricity – but the Government continues to resist onshore turbines | Environment | The Independent

Onshore wind energy has become cheaper than electricity from any other source in the UK for the first time, in what could be a landmark moment for renewable energy in Britain. Yet the Government has been accused of scuppering Britain’s best chance of meeting the country’s ambitious environmental targets through its continued resistance to onshore turbines, despite growing evidence that they are the most affordable option.
http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/wind-power-now-the-cheapest-source-of-electricity-but-the-government-continues-to-resist-onshore-a6685326.html

Rapid Repsonse To Plumbing Issues

There are lots of reasons as to why a plumbing issue can become an emergency, maybe you cannot turn a tap off and a sink is overflowing, a pipe has burst, but we realise that you need quick and effective action fast. The very nature of water means that by the time its presence is noticeable it may have been leaking for quite some time, and is an emergency.
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Australia 'could become world leader in solar home battery storage' | Environment | The Guardian

Energy stored from roof panels could offer the cheapest electricity alternative within three years, Climate Council study says
http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2015/oct/21/dramatic-fall-in-price-of-battery-storage-will

How To Upgrade Your Central Heating

The central heating installation is at the heart of any property, an effective central heating system creates a warm and homely environment with lots of hot water, when not working a property can be rendered almost uninhabitable. We therefore understand the importance of the central heating installation in your home.
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No Time Like The Present For a New Boiler

Don’t wait until your current boiler lets you down – NOW is the time to have a new boiler installed!
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What Are The Top Tips To Help Save Water At Home?

Water conservation is an ongoing practice in most areas in the world, even in places where water seems abundant. There’s every reason to save water. Aside from giving you savings in your utility bills, saving water also helps the environment as it also prevents the pollution of the local watersheds, as well as the nearby rivers and lakes. So, how do you save water at home? Here are the top tips for doing just that. Follow Our Tips Save rainwater and use it to nourish your garden or yard. If you have a roof area of 1,000 square feet, one inch of rainfall can actually provide you with 600 gallons of FREE water that you can use on your plants. If that’s not savings in water bills for you, we don’t know what is. If you want to try out this tip, you can have a water catchment installed in your home. Most people in the United Kingdom use between 50 to 70 gallons of water EVERYDAY for indoor use and use about the same amount of water for outdoor use, depending on the season. You can de
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Scotland is about to become home to the world’s largest floating wind farm - Quartz

The Scottish government has approved the construction of the UK's first ever floating wind farm, planned for the country's northeastern coastline. A 30-megawatt (MW) pilot wind farm will be made up of five 6-MW turbines, which could power up to 20,000 homes. Because they are not attached to the sea bed itself, they are cheaper to make than traditional...
http://qz.com/539712/scotland-is-about-to-be-home-to-the-worlds-largest-floating-windfarm/

A New Addition To The Fleet!

Keep your eyes out for the latest addition to the J & P fleet!! Unprecedented Demand Due to unprecedented demand, we have had added another van to our fleet to help us respond even quicker to our customers needs this winter. In our distinctive yellow livery, our van will be spotted all over London this winter as we provide top quality plumbing services including boiler repair, installation and servicing to help keep homes and properties warm on the build up to winter. If you have any plumbing issues that you need sorting by the best at an affordable price, give the J & P team a call today!
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The UK fuel poverty crisis can, and must, be fixed | Phil Levermore | Society | The Guardian

Our housing stock is one of the least energy-efficient in Europe. Improving it must be a national priority – energy efficiency would offer greater benefits than the HS2 rail programme
http://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/oct/27/fuel-poverty-crisis-fixed-insulation-energy-efficiency

Britain's new energy deal could cost EVERY UK home an extra £33 a year - Graham Hiscott - Mirror Online

It is a crying shame what was the world’s greatest industrial nation is fast becoming a cash cow for foreign states, says Mirror Business Editor Graham Hiscott
http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/britains-new-energy-deal-could-6678691

Saving Energy is a Family Affair > Directory > Product | Click Green

As a parent, the pursuit of reducing your home’s energy consumption can be frustrating. While you may do an impeccable job of maintaining responsible behaviors, your kids probably don’t think with as much care and pr
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Top Tips To Help Stop Your Shower Dripping

Do you ever find that your shower keeps dripping, even when switched off? Annoying isn’t it! We are regularly called out by customers who face this problem and want to know why it happens. One of the most common causes of this problem relates to showers which are attached to bath taps. With a diverter valve you lift and press down to send the water either to the showers or to the taps. Despite the fact that your bath taps may be fine, your shower may keep on dripping but how can this happen? What is the Cause? In many cases, it will be as simple as an air lock causing water to become trapped in the head of the shower. When the water flow to the shower is cut, it will run back down the shower hose creating an airlock in the head of the shower. Because of this, not all water will run be able to run back down the pipe and excess water will remain trapped in the head of the show. This will then continue to drip from the head, causing a great deal of annoyance to anyone near the shower
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The 4 Step Guide To Help Unblock Your Drains

A blocked drain can be a pain at best and a health hazard at worst.
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British energy firms charge most for electricity in Europe - why? - Telegraph

Failing competition and expensive Government projects mean our pre-tax electricity costs oustrip every EU country, for the first time
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/energy-bills/11941251/British-energy-firms-charge-most-for-electricity-in-Europe-why.html

Sounds That Go Bump in the Night

Have you ever noticed your pipes making a banging sound? Ever wondered what causes this banging?
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Carbon Monoxide Tips That Everyone Should Know

Carbon monoxide poisoning claims the lives of many people each year. The best way to protect your family from carbon monoxide poisoning is to take all the necessary safety precautions.
http://www.jandpplumbing.co.uk/carbon-monoxide-tips-that-everyone-should-know/

Solar power in crisis: 'My panels generate enough power for two loads of washing' | Environment | The Guardian

Endless energy from the sun looked like a long-term solution for running our homes. But now the state has pulled the plug on the subsidies that made panels affordable for many. What happens now?
http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2015/oct/20/solar-power-in-crisis-panels-generate-power-government-subsidy

Novel wave energy projects to receive funding - BBC News

Eight wave energy developers are to be awarded funding to help them to progress their ideas.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-34698121

5 Signs You May Have Hard Water

Most people will be aware that some water is classed as “soft” and some is “hard” – but what’s the difference and how do you know which type of water you have in your home?
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Worried About Burst Pipes This Winter?

Worried About Burst Pipes This Winter? Burst pipes are at the heart of many plumbing issues and despite the fact that many water pipes are made from copper, a very durable material, they are still prone to springing a leak. How does this happen though? Pipes designed solely for the purpose of allowing water to pass through, should surely be able to withstand almost anything. The truth is though that depending on the type of water running through the pipe, leaks can sometimes begin to appear after even a couple years of use. What Are The Main Causes? Although there can be a variety of different causes, by far the main causes of a burst pipes related to internal corrosion and high water pressure. Internal corrosion of a water pipe results in the gradual destruction of the pipe’s surface by a chemical reaction caused by the acidity of the water passing through it. Water that’s very acidic will cause corrosion, however alkaline water will cause limescale build up. A limescale build up
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Germany's planned nuclear switch-off drives energy innovation | Environment | The Guardian

While Britain visualises a nuclear future, Angela Merkel’s aim of replacing it with renewables by 2022 is well under way
http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2015/nov/02/germanys-planned-nuclear-switch-off-drives-energy-innovation

3 Great Home Energy Saving Tips

There are many benefits of having a home to call your own, however, home ownership can become quite expensive. Most homes use a lot of energy and as a result, create a large carbon footprint that is detrimental to the environment. There are many benefits of saving energy besides being good for the environment; it will also be good for your wallet. In this article we will look at a few ways you can immediately start saving energy in your home.
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Are you owed £95 by your energy firm: Giants owe households an estimated £1bn in overpaid gas and electricity bills | This is Money

Energy giants owe households an average of £95 in overpaid gas and electricity bills, adding up to a collective £1billion, research claims.
http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/bills/article-3302230/Are-owed-95-energy-firm-Giants-owe-households-estimated-1bn-overpaid-gas-electricity-bills.html

What To Do in the Event of a Water Leak?

If you experience a leak in your plumbing, it is important that you act promptly to prevent serious water damage. If you are in the house when the leak occurs, and you notice it quickly, you can usually stop the worst of the damage.
http://www.jandpplumbing.co.uk/what-to-do-in-the-event-of-a-water-leak/

Brits back subsidies to reduce energy wastage

New poll shows majority of UK public want energy subsidies spent on efforts to insulate homes and power transmissions leaks,Efficiency ,Energy Efficiency,Green Deal,DECC,Insulation
http://www.businessgreen.com/bg/news/2433339/brits-back-subsidies-to-reduce-energy-wastage

Your One Stop Home Maintenance Shop!

Your One Stop Home Maintenance Shop! Here at J and P, we are a family run business, between us we have over 60 years experience in the industry. We are a 24 Hour company, specialising in Servicing, Installation, Emergencies and everything in between. All of our engineers are fully qualified and registered with the relevant governing bodies. We will not take on engineers without a minimum of 5 years experience in their relevant trades and they all have to go through a thorough background check and qualification check. Our reputation has been founded on our ability to provide the same level of service, regardless of the size of the project, no job too big, no job too small is our motto and whether you are a large blue chip company or a small residential project, you are certain to receive the same standard of customer service. Our Services We pride ourselves on be a one stop shop for our customers and regardless of the task in hand, we have the team to provide a swift and lasting re
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Millions remain on costly energy tariffs despite new price display rules - BT

Millions of households remain stuck on expensive energy tariffs despite new rules forcing suppliers to display their cheapest prices, figures show.
http://home.bt.com/news/uk-news/millions-remain-on-costly-energy-tariffs-despite-new-price-display-rules-11364014775114

Should You Bleed Your Radiators?

Radiators are probably the most common method of spreading the hot water around your house taking it from the boiler to each radiator in order to heat the entire house effectively. Whilst a properly installed boiler and radiator system should work efficiently for a number of years with the minimum amount of trouble it is important to make regular checks on your radiators.
http://www.jandpplumbing.co.uk/should-you-bleed-your-radiators/

Energy Live News – Energy Made Easy – £4.9m for a home energy management system in UK

A project worth £4.9 million to reduce energy usage and costs is to be developed.
http://www.energylivenews.com/2015/10/28/4-9m-for-a-home-energy-management-system-in-uk/

How To Keep Your Radiator Hot This Winter

Knowing some hints and tips relating to how to maintain a hot water system and its radiators can save a lot of money over a period of time.
http://www.jandpplumbing.co.uk/how-to-keep-your-radiator-hot-this-winter/

Green homes plan finally gets funding for just 10% of proposed houses | Environment | The Guardian

Ground-breaking Energiesprong project is massively scaled back after falling short of funds to provide eco-makeovers for 100,000 British housing association and council homes
http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2015/nov/05/green-homes-plan-finally-gets-funding-for-just-10-of-proposed-houses

Buying a New Boiler – What Do You Need To Know?

Buying a New Boiler – What Do You Need To Know? Whilst replacing a worn out boiler with a new one will certainly hit your bank balance initially it is important to focus on the long term benefits that it will offer rather than the short term expense. Benefits of having a new boiler include: Increased Reliability Increased Efficiency Reduced Carbon Footprint Reduced Energy Bills Increased Hot Water Production Better Heating Production 7 year warranties (full parts and labour) so cancel any monthly maintenance contracts (you get this for free with the installation) If you have decided that the time is right to have a new boiler installed, it is good practice to do a little preparation before your heating engineer arrives. At J & O we will ask a number of questions about your lifestyle and current heating system to allow us to make the most informed recommendation possible regarding the most effective boiler and central heating system for your individual circumstances. Some things to c
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The greenest island in the world? - BBC News

How people on the smallest of the Canary Islands have turned natural challenges into opportunities.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-34424606

4 Ways To Cut Your Business Energy Bills In Q4 - Minutehack

Guides, advice and tips for small businesses, start-ups and entrepreneurs on subjects like finance, technology, sales and marketing
http://minutehack.com/guides/4-ways-to-cut-your-business-energy-bills-in-q4

Is your energy bill about to rise? - September - 2015 - Which? News

Some householders' energy bills will be increasing when 23 fixed-price energy deals from suppliers including British Gas and Scottish Power end this month.
http://www.which.co.uk/news/2015/09/is-your-energy-bill-about-to-rise-416945/

When will UK families benefit? Energy giants blasted over failure to pass on wholesale cut | Personal Finance | Finance | Daily Express

AS Britain prepares for the coldest winter in 50 years, energy providers are once again under fire for rip-off bills.
http://www.express.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/606902/Energy-prices-money-cost-big-five-winter-weather-cold

How To Keep Your Radiator Hot This Winter

How To Keep Your Radiator Hot This Winter Knowing some hints and tips relating to how to maintain a hot water system and its radiators can save a lot of money over a period of time. Giving you peace of mind, as well as keeping your family nice and warm during the cold winter months, a well functioning set of radiators in your property will also help to keep your heating bills down to a minimum. By ensuring that your radiators, and heating system in general, are well maintained, your system will work better, use less power and heat your home more efficiently. Whilst we strongly recommend the benefits of having your heating unit inspected and maintained on an annual basis, by a qualified, Gas Safe engineer, there are some things that you can do safely to help keep things working as they should. Proper maintenance will not only save you time and money, but will also alert you to any potential problems and let you handle them before they turn into larger, more costly problems. Hot Water
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Five tricks to save on energy and make your home smarter and safer | This is Money

It's not just the rescue chickens of Rosie Payne (pictured) that need insulating from the cold. A typical three-bedroom home could save more than £500 a year with better insulation.
http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/bills/article-3258748/Switch-suppliers-insulation-knit-jumpers-family-pet-warm-glow-halving-energy-bills.html

Energy firms impose £186 'lazy tax' for people who forget to switch - Telegraph

Tens of thousands of energy customers will be transferred to pricier & rollover plans; in the next few days - unless they opt out
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/energy-bills/11888930/Energy-firms-impose-186-lazy-tax-for-people-who-forget-to-switch.html

Should You Bleed Your Radiators?

Radiators are probably the most common method of spreading the hot water around your house taking it from the boiler to each radiator in order to heat the entire house effectively. Whilst a properly installed boiler and radiator system should work efficiently for a number of years with the minimum amount of trouble it is important to make regular checks on your radiators. In order for the maximum efficiency you need to have regular maintenance checks of your boiler by a professional but checking whether radiators need bleeding is something which almost anybody should be able to manage. Releasing Trapped Air Bleeding a radiator is simply releasing the trapped air or trapped gas which is preventing the hot water from circulating and heating the radiator to the maximum. It really is quite simple to bleed radiators and can make a massive difference to the comfort and energy efficiency of your home. The first thing to do is to switch on the heating to warm up the radiators. The pressure m
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Government urged to get tough with energy giants over spiralling bills and record profits - Mirror Online

Energy secretary Amber Rudd wrote to the Big Six suppliers asking for prices to match lower wholesale costs
http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/government-urged-tough-energy-giants-6479412

Death of 'green' handouts? How to grab a £15,150 return on solar panels - Telegraph

As the Government cuts back on green energy costs, householders can still grab generous payouts on solar panels and other renewable gadgets
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/household-bills/11850340/Death-of-green-handouts-How-to-grab-a-15150-return-on-solar-panels.html

Landlords force renters to pay £161million extra for energy - 5 ways to get a better deal - Mirror Online

If tenants didn't already have to deal with rip-off rents and dodgy conditions, it turns out landlords are costing them extra in energy bills too
http://www.mirror.co.uk/money/landlords-force-renters-pay-161million-6500944

Energy bills for thousands of customers could soar as fixed rate tariffs end | Daily Mail Online

With weathermen warning Britain is on course for one of the coldest winters in decades, thousands of households are facing a 25 per cent hike in their energy bills.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3234916/Energy-bills-thousands-customers-soar-300-year-host-popular-fixed-rate-tariffs-end.html

Brits owe £1BILLION in energy bills with the typical debt running into hundreds of pounds - Mirror Online

The debt we owe to energy companies has flared up since 2013. Find a way to pay yours off - or you could be lumped with an expensive prepayment meter
http://www.mirror.co.uk/money/brits-owe-1billion-energy-bills-6405774

5 reasons to keep Daylight Saving Time all year round - Telegraph

On October 25th the clocks in Britain will fall back an hour, marking the end of British Summer Time. Here are five reasons why daylight savings time should be adopted all year round
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/economics/11188313/5-reasons-to-keep-Daylight-Savings-Time-all-year-round.html

What To Do in the Event of a Water Leak?

If you experience a leak in your plumbing, it is important that you act promptly to prevent serious water damage. If you are in the house when the leak occurs, and you notice it quickly, you can usually stop the worst of the damage. The Crucial First Step Take a moment, right now, to find out where your stopcock is located and make sure that you know how to operate it, and that it is not stuck. This will ensure that should a leak occur you will be able to respond quickly and stop the water from damaging your home. If the leak is severe enough that it starts dripping through the ceiling or down the walls, or it is in danger of running close to an electrical circuit, turn off the gas and the electricity supply as well to prevent electrical damage or an explosion. This is not usually necessary for a small drip, especially if you are able to catch the drips in a bucket. However, if you are ever in doubt as to whether you should turn off the electrical supply or not, it is best to err on
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Want to save £275 on your winter energy bill? Join The Mirror's Big Energy Switch - Mirror Online

Brits can save hundreds of pounds on rising heating bills through switching providers. Join The Mirror's Big Energy Switch and save a fortune this winter
http://www.mirror.co.uk/features/want-save-275-your-winter-6497533

16 quick fixes to escape rising energy bills - Telegraph

Quick to fix but expensive to ignore: these bad habits and gadgets add up to £160 a year to gas and electricity bills
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/energy-bills/11843538/16-quick-fixes-to-escape-rising-energy-bills.html

Energy bills set to to soar for some as 24 tariffs end - BT

There are 24 fixed energy tariffs coming to an end at the end of September. See if yours is one of them and what you can do about it.
http://home.bt.com/lifestyle/money/mortgages-bills/energy-bills-set-to-to-soar-for-some-as-24-tariffs-end-11364004359499

Halloween warning for households as end of fixed tariffs could add £186 to energy bills | This is Money

Npower, Sainsbury's Energy, Scottish Power, First:Utility, Extra Energy and Co-operative Energy all have tariffs coming to an end on 31 October.
http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/bills/article-3257488/Halloween-warning-households-end-fixed-tariffs-add-186-energy-bills.html

British Gas and Scottish Power customers see energy bill hikes this week | Personal Finance | Finance | Daily Express

BRITISH families are to see energy bills jump by as much as 25 per cent this week thanks to providers pulling some of the cheapest plans from the market.
http://www.express.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/605034/British-Gas-Scottish-Power-energy-bills-hike-winter-weather-turns-colder

3 Great Home Energy Saving Tips

There are many benefits of having a home to call your own, however, home ownership can become quite expensive. Most homes use a lot of energy and as a result, create a large carbon footprint that is detrimental to the environment. There are many benefits of saving energy besides being good for the environment; it will also be good for your wallet. In this article we will look at a few ways you can immediately start saving energy in your home. Tip No. 1 The first tip is that you need to stop taking your appliances for granted. Did you know that if an appliance is plugged into a wall socket and not in use, it still consumes energy? Well, it does! Therefore, if you are not using an appliance, be sure to unplug it. Of course, I’m not saying you should unplug your refrigerator or air conditioner. You should unplug appliances such as the television, radio, microwave, water heater, sound system etc. when they are not in use in order to cut down on the amount of energy that is wasted. Tip
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Don't let your family freeze because of energy companies bills: How to #sharethewarmth - Mirror Online

Every winter thousands of vulnerable Britons face financial hardship or far worse thanks to heating bills - it doesn't have to be that way. This is how you can help
http://www.mirror.co.uk/money/dont-your-family-freeze-because-6555836

Slash energy bills: Make this change NOW to save £292 a year | Personal Finance | Finance | Daily Express

THE cheapest energy deal in more than four years has been launched providing British households with a typical saving of almost £300 a year.
http://www.express.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/609322/slash-energy-bills-Make-this-change-save-292-year

Do you want lower energy bills? Ask at your town hall | Money | The Guardian

Local authorities including Southend and Peterborough are offering deals that make what the big six charge ‘look crazy’
http://www.theguardian.com/money/2015/sep/26/lower-energy-bills-town-hall-local-authorities