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Cathy Hudson

Cathy has been a journalist since 2001, starting her career writing about mortgages and property. Before going freelance in 2018 she worked at Which? for 12 years, first as a money writer then as an editor in the money, home, tech and cars teams. Her final role as technology editor saw her getting to grips with smart home technology and covering the latest tech from Las Vegas. Publications she has written for as a freelancer include Loveproperty.com, Lovemoney.com, The i Paper, the London Evening Standard, Which? and Which? Computing. Her guilty pleasure is watching property programmes.

Recent articles by Cathy Hudson

Best energy supplier: How to get the best energy deal
Energy

The energy market has changed drastically in the past year. What does this mean for your energy bills and can you still switch tariff?

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Expert Reviews Energy Awards 2024: The results
Energy

We reveal the best energy suppliers in Great Britain, based on your experiences

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EDF Energy (2023) review: Zero-carbon, poor service
Energy

A good supplier if you want to reduce your carbon footprint, but one of the most poorly rated

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Scottish Power review: Green energy with acceptable service
Energy

Impressive green credentials with reasonable customer service and value for money

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Octopus Energy (2023) review: Our favourite energy supplier
Energy

A multi-award-winning energy supplier, Octopus Energy is a great all-rounder

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Ovo Energy (2023) review: Not one of the best suppliers
Energy

Unimpressive customer service and value for money but has options for environmentally minded customers

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British Gas (2023) review: Not the best or the worst
Energy

You’ll get a lacklustre service from this long-established supplier and it’s not the best value

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Shell Energy (2023) review: One of the worst suppliers
Energy

Disappointing results across the board and customers are the least likely to recommend it to a friend

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E.ON (2022) review: A reasonable green supplier
Energy

100% renewable electricity for homes on fixed tariffs but not the best ratings for some aspects of customer satisfaction

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SSE (2022) review: Lots of room for improvement
Broadband Energy

Poor customer service and value for money, unlike its parent company Ovo Energy, but quick at answering the phone

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