A convenient way of dealing with damp winter laundry can lead to wasted energy and higher costs, experts have warned

British Gas, E On Next, and Outfox the Market have all introduced fixed rate plans that are around £100 less than the new Ofgem price cap from October 1

The new fixed rate deals will help households save money on their energy bills ahead of the October 1 price cap rise

Tariffs are due to rise by 10 percent from October, putting up the cost of bills, but Outfox the Market, British Gas and EOn Next say they can help

British Gas has told millions of customers it will pay them for using gas and electricity at certain times. We're all used to forking out money to energy companies, but British Gas says it will give some back to customers who use gas and electricity outside of peak times.