Energy supplier Ovo has halted forced prepayment meter (PPM) installations over Christmas to help customers through the cost-of-living crisis.
The move will mean customers who have fallen into debt on a credit meter and face having their supplier install a pay as you go replacement will have respite over the Christmas period. Bristol-headquartered Ovo said the measure, which is already in place, will last until December 31.
It comes as campaigners have been calling for an immediate ban on compulsory PPM installations, which are made under court warrants.
