ENERGY companies could face an Ofgem crackdown after whacking rip-off surcharges on hard-up boozers, bars and bistros. The watchdog and ministers have slapped down the firms after complaints from h…
ENERGY companies could face an Ofgem crackdown after whacking rip-off surcharges on hard-up boozers, bars and bistros.
In a letter sent by Ofgem late last year the watchdog warned: “suppliers should not profit from the current state of the market in a way that negatively impacts customers and must not subvert the intent of the Energy Bill Relief Scheme.”
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