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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jessica Coates and Albert Toth

HISTORICAL FACTS: Thousands of energy customers to receive compensation over prepayment meter force fitting | History Defined

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Thousands of energy customers who were forced to have prepayment meters installed in their homes are set to receive compensation - (Getty Images)

Thousands of energy customers who were forced to have prepayment meters installed in their homes are set to receive compensation or have their debts written off, Ofgem has said.

Following a review into energy companies forcing vulnerable customers onto prepayment meters, the regulator announced that eight suppliers will provide compensation and support.

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