Updated 2026!
SOLAR NEWS, GUIDES & UPDATES
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Planning rules are now easier for air source heat pumps (and EV chargers) in England
Planning rules for air source heat pumps have been relaxed in England, so more homes can install without a full planning application. Here’s what changed, what still matters, and how to check your property quickly.
Energy price cap update (Jan–Mar 2026): what it means for your bills
Ofgem’s energy price cap changes for January–March 2026. Here’s what it means, and how solar + batteries help you rely less on price swings.