Charlotte halted the Friday episode, which aired from 6am to 9am, with news of the Ofgem energy price cap being set to skyrocket in January - with a £21 rise for households up and down the country.

Charlotte Hawkins halts ITV Good Morning Britain after 'breaking news in last few minutes'

22 Nov 2024, 09:10 by James Rodger, https://www.facebook.com/jamesrodgerjournalist · Birmingham Live

Charlotte Hawkins has halted ITV Good Morning Britain. Charlotte halted the Friday episode, which aired from 6am to 9am, with news of the Ofgem energy price cap being set to skyrocket in January - with a £21 rise for households up and down the country.

ITV co-host Charlotte said: "Breaking news in the last few minutes. Ofgem has revealed the typical fuel energy bill from January will be £1,738 a year. That is an increase of £21 from the current level. The charity National Energy Action (NEA) says the rise in the price cap will lead to vulnerable households getting deeper into debt to try and keep warm."

Jess Steele, heating technology expert at BestHeating comments: “As Ofgem have announced a further increase in the energy price cap and the cost-of-living crisis still a cause for concern, it’s vital for homeowners to make these checks and updates to their heating system to help lower bills during winter.”

Jess comments: “You will need a bleed key, cloth and towel to place underneath whilst you do this in case of spillage. Once this has been done, the pressure gauge on the boiler may have dropped so if that’s the case top it back up. It should be between 1 to 1.5 when the heating is turned off and 1.5 to 2 when in use.”

Jess adds: “Many manufacturers state that not having enough corrosion inhibitor in the central heating makes a warranty invalid. If draining a system, it is important to remember that the corrosion inhibitor will need topping up even if it was only done a few weeks ago.”

Jess says: “To fix this bleed it then take it off the wall and outside. Attach a hose pipe to the valve inlet as the clean flow of water will dislodge the slush and clear the inside of the radiator. Repeat at the other side and the issue should be resolved.”

Jess comments: “A modern radiator can be up to 50% more efficient than older versions, using a lot less water, so in a short space of time the benefits can outweigh the initial outlay. To replace a radiator first ensure the heating is off and shut off the valves. Place a bowl underneath to allow any excess water to drain. Once it is dry remove the old radiator and install the new one, ensuring to check for leaks once done. If you have any doubt, always seek the help of a professional.”