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This message contains images. If you do not see these images try this link   Insight Newsletter: 24th May 2012   Dear Reader, Energy price hikes? Following British Gas’s hint that wholesale gas prices could rise by the end of the year – two of the ‘Big Six’ suppliers have moved to reassure customers. E.ON has promised not to increase prices for its customers for the rest of 2012, while SSE has guaranteed its customers they will be protected from higher prices until at least the Autumn 2012. Whilst there is uncertainty over energy prices consumers worried about their bills should seek a competitively priced energy plan and ensure homes are as energy efficient as possible. Compare energy prices Last chance to avoid up to £254 bill hike this May[1] Seven energy deals, including fixed priced plans which safeguarded customers from energy price rises, end this month. If your plan is ending, take action now and switch to a cheaper plan. Energy deals ending this month Compare energy prices In this week’s Insight Knock £310 a year off bills with insulation Fuel Duty to rise by up to 50%: cut costs now How to get cheaper mobile roaming abroad Half price Orange broadband for life News: iPhone 5 to land in September? Compare the latest 0% purchase cards   Pass on these money saving tips to a friend Energy – Knock £310 a year off energy bills with insulation If your house is not insulated, then up to a third of your heat could be escaping through the walls instead of keeping your home warm and cosy. Stop throwing away your money... The good news is, most homes can be loft and cavity wall insulated, which could save you up to £310 [2] a year off your heating bill. Insulation doesn’t cost much, and in some cases you can even get it free! To get a quote, simply enter your postcode and a few details and we’ll show you what’s available to you! Get an insulation quote and start saving Fuel Duty to rise up to 50%: cut costs now! Last week it was hinted that fuel duty could rise by up to 50% in the coming years. At a time when motorists are suffering record high petrol prices, any further increases are a massive blow to consumers. You can’t control prices at the pump, but you can shop around to find your cheapest car insurance. Compare from over 100 insurers on uSwitch today, and you could save up to £200 on you renewal quote. [3] Compare car insurance Mobiles – How to get cheaper mobile roaming abroad Brits heading to Euro 2012 football Championships in Ukraine next month could be stung with eye-watering mobile bills if they don’t know what they’re spending. Even if you have ‘unlimited’ texts / calls / data allowances built into your tariff – these benefits are very unlikely to apply when you leave the country so switching on your phone could be a minefield of hidden charges. Mobile roaming charges explained How to avoid overseas mobile costs Browsing the internet abroad could see you hit with a bill for thousands of pounds for expensive ‘data roaming’. To reduce the risks, follow these top tips: Make sure you check what your provider charges for using your phone overseas and NEVER assume your ‘unlimited’ texts / calls / data allowances apply when you leave the country. If you need to use the internet from your phone, buying a data add-on before you travel could reduce the costs. Limit any damage to your pocket by having data roaming switched off. ID Fraud abroad: how to protect yourself When you’re on holiday it’s easy to let your guard down and become a victim of identity fraud. A bag left on the beach could contain all the information a thief needs to access your personal finances. Identity theft: what to do if you are a victim Be prepared! Get a free 30 day trial to check your credit report and you can keep an eye on your credit record – the best way to spot potential fraud early. News at uSwitch   Mobile news iPhone 5 to land in September? Apple has slashed production of the iPhone 4S in preparation for its successor in autumn? Read more Energy news The ‘Big Switch’ energy deal undercut on price The ‘Big Switch’ initiative aimed at securing customers a cheap energy deal is undercut on price... Read more In 2010 the Feed In Tariff rate paid per kWh was 43.3p. Fast forward one year and this has roughly halved to 21p. Despite this fall, see why solar is still a great investment... Read more Compare the latest 0% purchase cards If you’re looking to spread the cost of a big purchase, a 0% purchase credit card will mean you can repay debt monthly with no interest. To avoid high interest charges you must make sure you can repay within the 0% period. Compare credit cards Longest 0% purchase cards Barclaycard Platinum with purchase Visa 0% for 15 months 18.9% APR Representative variable Representative example: When you spend ï¿œ1,200 at a rate of 18.9% (variable) per annum, your Representative APR is 18.9% APR (variable). Creation Purchase Credit Card 0% for 13 months 17.9% APR Representative variable Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a rate of 17.9% (variable) per annum, your Representative APR is 17.9% APR (variable) Virgin Money Purchase Credit Card 0% for 13 months 18.9% APR Representative variable Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a rate of 18.9% (variable) per annum, your Representative APR is 18.9% APR (variable) Nationwide BS Select Credit Card 0% for 12 months 12.9% APR Representative variable Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a rate of 12.9% (variable) per annum, your Representative APR is 12.9% APR (variable) Sainsbury’s Bank Nectar Holders Credit Card 0% for 12 months 16.9% APR Representative variable Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a rate of 16.94% (variable) per annum, your Representative APR is 16.9% APR (variable). Credit card rates correct as of 18/05/12 6% increase in NHS waiting times Worryingly some hospitals are performing far below the Government recommended standards for waiting times. Recently the Patients Association reported a 6% increase in waiting times for some surgeries compared to last year. If you don’t want to play the ‘health lottery’ due to the vast differences in services offered between NHS trusts, buying a health insurance policy could help cover the cost of private hospital care and treatment, in an emergency or throughout serious illness. Plus, you get to choose your consultant and where and when you want your treatment. Get a quick health insurance quote today   This email has been sent to gov...@gmail.com. Click below to: Unsubscribe from uSwitch emails uSwitch Ltd | Floor 2, Centro 3 | 19 Mandela Street | London | NW1 0DU | Company No. 03612689 £254 based upon the largest difference between one of the above mentioned tariffs ending and the corresponding supplier's standard plans paying by monthly direct debit (prices based on a standard medium user consuming 16,500 kWh of gas and 3,300 kWh of electricity and averaged across all regions) Figures from the Energy Saving Trust. For loft insulation these are estimates based on insulating a gas-heated, semi-detached home with three bedrooms, showing savings when you insulate an uninsulated loft, and when you top up 100mm of insulation to 270mm. (The recommended depth for mineral wool insulation is 270mm but other materials need different depths.) For cavity wall insulation these are estimated figures based on insulating a gas-heated, semi-detached home with three bedrooms. The installed cost includes a subsidy of around £250 available from the major energy suppliers under the Carbon Emissions Reduction Target. 60% of car insurance customers could save up to £200 Based on consumer Intelligence Research December 2011.