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Is it safe to plug a solar panel into a normal socket?
Yes, if the kit is compliant and the socket and wiring are suitable. Here is how the BS 1363 plug,…
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Do I need to tell my DNO or energy supplier about plug-in solar?
Yes, you must tell your network operator (DNO) about plug-in solar, using the free myplugin.solar form. Your supplier is not…
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Smart charger rules explained: why your new EV charger avoids peak hours
Home EV chargers sold in Great Britain must be smart, set to avoid weekday peak hours by default and add…
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How much does it cost to install a home EV charger in 2026?
Advertised prices for popular home EV chargers start at about £950 to £1,130 with standard installation. What is included, what…
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Budget on 28 October: what EV drivers and households should watch
The Budget is on 28 October 2026. Draft eVED law, the temporary VAT cut on electricity and the end of…
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Energy price cap October to December 2026: what it means if you drive an EV
The Ofgem price cap is £1,723 a year from 1 October 2026, with electricity at 26.32p per kWh and no…
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On-street parking? The £500 grant for cross-pavement EV charging
No driveway? A government grant pays 75% of a home charger, up to £500, if you fit a permanent cross-pavement…
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Electric Car Grant explained: up to £3,750 off a new EV
The Electric Car Grant takes up to £3,750 off eligible new electric cars priced at £37,000 or less. How the…
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Plug-in solar in a flat or rented home: permissions, balconies and safety
Renting or living in a flat? How to get permission for plug-in solar, which balconies and walls are off limits,…
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Ofgem opens review of how the price cap treats time-of-use tariffs, with an EV option on the table
Ofgem is asking how the price cap should handle time-of-use tariffs. One option is a separate cap variant for EV…