Our investigation has discovered how it is only the threat of price rises or political intervention that prompts higher than average numbers of homeowners to move to a different provider. Four million fewer energy deals were switched last year compared to 2008, despite industry attempts to persuade people to move to a better tariff.

Angry customers have been trying to escape their contracts with TalkTalk since the firm revealed last week that it had been the victim of a cyber attack which led to personal data and banking details being accessed. It was the third attack in 12 months. But those who have attempted to quit have been told they must pay hundreds of pounds to break their contract early.

Castle steward Nick Lewis oversaw the £45,000 project that resulted in 48 panels being placed out of view on the east roof. He says that without the feed-in tariff payments the project would never have got off the ground. We explain why you must act fast if you want to join the solar party before the lights go out for good.

TalkTalk is the latest victim of a cyber attack, compromising the bank details of four million of its broadband and phone customers. But it's not alone, according to a former MI6 officer who warns of 'mushrooming' losses for companies and a greater risk to consumers. Married IT security consultant Tom Chantler (pictured) is confident he has never given anything away that would result in his bank account being raided. But the 39-year-old, who lives near High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, discovered in May that contracts for top-end mobile phones had been taken out in his name.

With an avalanche of price rises from the 'big six' energy providers, now is the time to review your energy tariff and consider locking in to a best-buy fixed-rate tariff before energy companies pull them from the market.

The latest smartphone, such as the iPhone 6s, is a must-have item for many - but others are simply happy with something that works. But whether you want the latest hot property or just any old handset, it can be hard to compare the real cost of phone packages. We reveal how to save a packet.

Some of Britain's biggest firms are racing to snap up computer programs which can analyse a photo and tell whether someone is a smoker, has been ill or is likely to have a shorter than normal life expectancy. It's all part of a growing scientific field called facial analytics, which is taking off in the U.S. It is based on the theory that the faster someone ages physically, the shorter their expected lifespan.

Needlessly overpaying for gas and electricity, mortgage payments, home phone, broadband and car and home insurance costs can take its toll - adding up to tens, if not hundreds, of pounds every month. Overhauling your bills can potentially save you thousands of pounds, we deliver all the tools and tips you need in one place.