Britain’s energy providers have been ordered to suspend all prepayment meter installations by industry regulator Ofgem.
The move comes in the wake of The Times of London investigation that revealed how British Gas customers, including those disabled and mentally ill, had pay-as-you-go meters forcibly installed in their homes.
Speaking on Thursday, Ofgem chief Jonathan Brearley said he’d asked all suppliers to review “all activities regarding prepayment meter warrants” until they can “reassure” Ofgem that their processes are compliant with the regulator’s rules.
“I will not hesitate to take the strongest action in our powers where needed,” Brearley said….