UK households face essential bill increases from April 1, including council tax, road tax, utilities, and stamps.

Households in the UK face a series of essential bill increases from April 1, including council tax, road tax, broadband, mobile, water, and stamps. Council tax bills for an average Band D property are set to rise by 5% to £2,171, while water bills could increase by up to £71. Households are advised to check for savings by shopping around and investigating if they are entitled to any discounts.