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Millions of Britons urged to submit meter readings before energy price cap rises on Wednesday

The Guardian World Tuesday 30 June 2026, 06:00 UTC By Zoe Wood 1 min read
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Estimated 5.3m households on standard tariffs without smart meters risk being overcharged for some of June usageMillions of Britons could pay higher energy bills than they need to if they do not submit a meter reading before the price cap rises on Wednesday. The estimated 5.3 million households on standard tariffs who do not have a smart meter have been urged to take action before the new unit rates for gas and electricity take effect.

Estimated 5.3m households on standard tariffs without smart meters risk being overcharged for some of June usage

Millions of Britons could pay higher energy bills than they need to if they do not submit a meter reading before the price cap rises on Wednesday.

The estimated 5.3 million households on standard tariffs who do not have a smart meter have been urged to take action before the new unit rates for gas and electricity take effect.

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