UK energy price cap rises to £1,755, urging households to unplug "vampire" devices to cut bills.

UK households face higher energy bills after Ofgem raised the price cap to £1,755 annually, prompting calls to reduce standby power from devices like kettles, TVs, Wi-Fi routers, and computers. Experts say turning off these "vampire devices" at the plug can cut costs, though exact savings vary widely by model, usage, and efficiency, with estimates ranging from 51p to £140 monthly for certain appliances.