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New Ofgem rules protect 500,000 heat network customers in UK with fair pricing, better service, and compensation starting Jan 27, 2026.
Over 500,000 heat network customers in England, Scotland, and Wales are now protected by new Ofgem regulations, marking a major shift in consumer rights.
The rules, effective January 27, 2026, give Ofgem authority to intervene if operators impose unfair prices or poor service, with compensation available for outages.
Customers will receive clearer bills and better support, especially vulnerable households.
The move follows years of unregulated pricing, with some facing increases of up to 450%.
The government also announced over £47 million in funding for four new heat network projects in London, Sunderland, and Salford, using river and wastewater heat.
Officials and advocates called the change long overdue, stressing that strong enforcement is critical to ensure affordable, reliable heating and help reduce fuel poverty.
Las nuevas reglas de Ofgem protegen a 500,000 clientes de la red de calor en el Reino Unido con precios justos, mejor servicio y compensación a partir del 27 de enero de 2026.