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Starting Feb 2026, UK households get £40 compensation for smart meter delays or failures due to supplier issues.
Starting February 2026, UK households facing delays or failed smart meter installations may automatically receive £40 compensation if they wait more than six weeks for an appointment, experience a failure due to supplier issues, or aren’t given a resolution plan within five working days.
The new rules, set by energy regulator Ofgem, aim to improve service reliability, hold suppliers accountable, and boost consumer confidence.
Over 900,000 non-working meters have been repaired since 2024, and more than 70% of UK homes now have a smart or advanced meter.
The changes support broader goals of accurate billing, real-time energy tracking, and access to cheaper tariffs, with industry groups welcoming the move as a step toward better service and wider adoption.
A partir de febrero de 2026, los hogares del Reino Unido recibirán una compensación de £ 40 por retrasos o fallas en los contadores inteligentes debido a problemas con el proveedor.