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Jul 2022
24m 49s

Energy firm introduces late payment char...

Bbc Radio 4
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Scottish Power has introduced late payments fees for its five million customers saying the move "brings us in line with other suppliers" and reflect the costs of collecting debt. The change comes at a time when consumers are facing record high energy prices with some estimates suggesting millions more households face the real prospect of falling into fuel po ... Show More
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