48% increase in energy theft reports linked to energy price surge and fuel poverty.
48% rise in energy theft reports to Crimestoppers linked to energy price surge & fuel poverty, says National Energy Action. Up to 250,000 unreported cases annually pose gas leak, injury & fatal risks. Despite energy bills being lower than peak, they are still £400 higher than pre-pandemic levels. Charity urges government support for fuel-poor households, as gov plans £150 Warm Home Discount scheme for 3M households.
August 04, 2024
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