Ofgem has warned that over 530,000 UK households face potential heating issues if they do not upgrade their Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meters before June 30, when the signal will be turned off. The meters, which provide lower electricity rates during off-peak hours, are becoming obsolete and could result in higher bills or unresponsive heating systems for customers. Ofgem's proposal involves replacing these outdated meters promptly and offering competitive tariffs. A public campaign is underway to encourage swift upgrades to prevent disruption.
Ofgem has proposed new rules for the energy sector ahead of a major switch-off of RTS Meters on June 30, impacting 530,000 customers.
Without upgrading their RTS meters, households could face higher energy bills stuck on peak rates or have their heating permanently set on or off.
As of January 2025, there were around 600,000 RTS meters in Britain, which are becoming obsolete due to reliance on outdated longwave radio technology.
Ofgem and Energy UK have launched a campaign to urge RTS meter owners to upgrade, featuring a TV advert with Lorraine Kelly warning against delay.
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