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Thousands to get payouts over forced prepayment meter fitting


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More than 70m is being paid to customers who were forced to switch to prepaying for energy.

Thousands of UK households are set to receive payouts after being forced onto prepayment meters due to energy debt, a practice ruled illegal by the High Court. The court found that energy suppliers, including British Gas, Scottish Power, and Ovo Energy, failed to obtain warrants before installing these meters, violating legal requirements. This ruling could lead to compensation for affected customers, with potential payouts reaching up to £1,500 per household. The issue came to light following an investigation by The Times, which revealed the aggressive tactics used by some energy firms. Ofgem, the energy regulator, has been urged to take action to prevent such practices in the future and ensure that vulnerable customers are protected.

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