prepayment meters
Scottish Power granted warrants to forcibly fit prepayment meters
But the energy giant cannot install the meters until regulator Ofgem gives permission for the practice to re-start.
By Josie Clarke, PA Consumer Affairs Correspondent
Forced prepayment meter installation ban extended – Ofgem
The code of practice for the involuntary installation of prepayment meters is to become mandatory, the regulator has announced.
By Josie Clarke, PA Consumer Affairs Correspondent
Tougher prepayment meter protections to become ‘binding’ under new proposals
Energy regulator Ofgem said it was starting a consultation that will make the protections in place a compulsory part of suppliers’ licence conditions.
By Anna Wise, PA Business Reporter
More than £100 million in energy support vouchers still unclaimed
People on traditional prepayment meters have until the end of the week to claim £400 of support.
By Danny Halpin, PA Environment Correspondent