Martin Lewis praised by GMB viewers for grilling health secretary over rising cost of living

The cost of living squeeze is going to get tighter this month as millions of households face soaring bills on top of a 1.25 percentage point National Insurance Contributions hike to help pay for health and social care across the UK.

Martin Lewis has been the name on everyone's lips this week.

RICHARD Madeley is a loose cannon on Good Morning Britain with his rants and has no filter, revealed co-star Laura Tobin. The 40-year-old meteorologist spilled the beans on 65-year-old presenter Richard, who she endearingly called the "crazy uncle" in the GMB family.

Martin Lewis issued a stark warning to energy consumers to provide their meter readings to firms urgently, before planned price hikes took effect. However, in a scathing tweet of their own, E.ON blamed Martin for panicking customers, causing "unprecedented demand" and ultimately "bringing down Britain".Yet the consumer rights campaigner laughed off his newfound infamy, suggesting that the firm had merely used his name with the digital equivalent of a "wry smile".He had originally urged the nation to share his tweet of warning, noting that "Thurs 31 Mar is energy #MeterReadingDay".He then offered some precautionary advice to consumers "so firms can't assign some of your current usage to April when rates are c54% higher".He suggested: "Not smart meter? Send a reading (later in the day the better) - Smart or prepay meter? Just take a meter pic for safety (in case of dispute)."He called for the regulator to investigate the issue, pointing out: "I'm getting many many reports of people struggling to submit meter readings."The volume isn't unexpected.

Martin Lewis is urging people ‘not to panic’ if they are unable to submit their energy meter readings today.

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis has warned people not to break the law ahead of gas and electric bill increases after fans questioned him about their meter readings. From April 1 households all across the UK will see a sharp increase in their energy bills, but there are ways to mitigate the sharp costs.

Good Morning Britain's Ranvir Singh has shared an update after she was unexpectedly pulled off the show Britain Tuesday, March 29. The daytime TV host's absence sparked fear with viewers, as she was taken from the studio minutes after co-host Richard Madeley worried she wouldn't "get through" her segment.The 44 year old journalist's eyes had become extremely swollen and puffy and she had red-rimmed eyes, a far cry from her usually polished and healthy-looking appearance. The star explained she had severe hay fever, and upon advice from Dr Hilary Jones on the show, she took out her contact lenses and wore her glasses instead, also going makeup free to see if it would ease up.

Martin Lewis' frustration was clear to see as he appeared on This Morning on Thursday. It comes after a heavy TV and radio presence from the Money Saving Expert founder ahead of energy prices rocketing on Friday (April 1).

Martin Lewis has been urging every energy customer across Scotland and the rest of the UK to take meter readings ahead of Ofgem’s energy price hike coming into force on Friday, April 1.

Energy company E.On has blamed the Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis for the industry-wide website crashes that are occurring ahead of the energy price cap increase tomorrow. E.On's said on Twitter that 'Martin has once again created unprecedented demand bringing down Britain'.'

Ranvir Singh has shared the reason why she was forced to disappear from screens on a recent episode of Good Morning Britain. The 44 year old was abruptly pulled off air on Tuesday (March 29) as presenter Richard Madeley highlighted a change in her appearance.Viewers also noticed that something was different with Ranvir and said it looked like she had been "crying" as Ranvir put it down to hey fever.Updating fans on what exactly happened and providing further details on her health, the mother-of-one said: "Thanks for all the guidance on my streaming sore eyes this week!"It was an allergic reaction to something more than tree pollen as the skin around my eyes has gone paper thin and sore.She also shared that she will back on TV screens very soon.She added: "Anyway I’ll be hosting @lorraine tomorrow and for all of next week - sorry for my face!"Due to Ranvir's unexpected change in health, GMB was forced to replace her with journalist Louisa James who read the news for the remainder of the show.Susanna Reid who was presenting the ITV programme alongside Richard, asked Louisa on an update on how her colleague was doing.Louisa responded: "She's OK, well we think she's going to be OK.

Martin Lewis showcased his frustrations as he thumped the desk in front of him while raging about the energy increase crisis in the UK on This Morning.The money saving expert, 49, explained to ITV hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield on Thursday's episode that the average household could expect to shell out an additional £700 per year to fund rising energy costs.He warned that fees were also expected to go up by another 25 percent in October 2022 - which would leave families struggling to heat their homes in the winter months.The finance guru became frustrated that he "didn't have the answers", telling the programme's presenters that he often felt as though he had been hitting his head against a brick wall.During his lengthy rant, Martin slammed his hand down on the desk, indicating his frustration at the ongoing situation.Martin explained: "So we know it's going up in October, the exact rate we don't know."And what I really want them to do [government] because you have to look at the mental health as well as well as the physical health."He added: "If people don't have enough money to eat or to heat their homes that is a real problem but equally the panic and anxiety, I would challenge any politician to have my mail back."It is desperate, I sit with my head in my hands at my desk time and time again and I read a message in frustration that I don't have an answer"The money saving expert added: "Because when you're on the lowest income the help out there is not enough, there is no way to balance your books."I've talked to the chief executive of Citizens Advice and we had a moan fest together saying 'all these tools we've got are predicated on people being able to reduce their expenditure below their income' but

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has warned that people can now lose their PIP for going on holiday.

GOOD Morning Britain star Ranvir Singh has revealed why she disappeared from screens during the show. The TV star was pulled off air on Tuesday after Richard Madeley voiced fears over her appearance.

Ranvir Singh has announced that she’ll soon be back on television screens after being forced to leave Good Morning Britain after suffering from what she initially believed to be severe hay fever symptoms. On Tuesday’s edition of the ITV programme, Ranvir joined hosts Richard Madeley and Susanna Reid in the ITV studio.

GOOD Morning Britain viewers hoping to see Richard Madeley back on the show today were left disappointed. Despite the presenter normally having Thursdays off, the 65-year-old only worked two days this week as he was replaced by Martin Lewis yesterday.

As energy bills are set to soar even further as the cost of living crisis continues to pinch it can feel daunting to consider the arrival of your next bill. Next month, energy prices will increase by around 50% across the board affecting every user in the UK. Most energy firms are increasing their standard tariffs to the maximum allowed by the Ofgem price cap - £1,971 - from April 1.

Money Saving Expert has warned people need to do three important things before energy prices skyrocket on Friday.

Martin Lewis is well-known for his helpful money-saving tips, with the TV star having helped millions of people cut back on their household expenses over the years. The 49 year old financial journalist offers free advice on a wide range of topics, including household bills, mortgages and insurance, and has most recently been outlining tips to help people ahead of next month's energy price increase. Martin, who recently urged the public to make five simple changes in order to save money, boasts an impressive net worth thanks to his successful career.

Martin Lewis has issued a stark warning to anyone considering giving false meter readings as they stare down the barrel of the cost of living crisis.Lewis’ advice had been particularly valuable in the past few months, as people look to save money wherever they can.Big price hikes are coming within days, with around 18 million homes in the UK facing an enormous £693 price increase - from £1,277 to £1,971 - from April 1.Meanwhile, a £708 increase will be coming for around 4.5 million prepayment customers, who are likely to see their bills go up from £1,309 to £2,017. As ever, how much your bill is set to change will be determined by how much energy you end up using.Tomorrow - Thursday March 31 - marks National Meter Reading Day, which is when households across the UK should submit their energy usage to their supplier on the last day before the price hike.On the Martin Lewis Money Show Live, the guru explained how submitting a reading “draw[s] a line in the sand”, and signposts to your energy firm that "I've only used this amount at the cheaper rate, don’t start charging me more on the higher rate and estimating I use some of it afterwards".While a lot of people choose to use a smart meter to submit their readings, lots of people out there still don’t and now they’re asking Mr Lewis a specific question: what happens if you give a false reading before April 1?Speaking on Twitter in no uncertain terms, Martin said: "Many asking me Q.

Martin Lewis has been flooded with praise after he returned to Good Morning Britain with a historic special episode. The Money Saving Expert is no stranger to hosting the ITV news programme now having made his presenting debut on the show last year.