British Gas customers are facing a potential mandatory smart meter roll-out following calls by the company's boss. Martin Lewis has warned customers of British Gas, OVO, EDF, and Octopus who resist smart meters. The move has sparked debate on the need to transition away from gas to meet net zero targets. Critics have slammed the proposed mandatory rule, with concerns raised about overcharging and loss of control over home appliances.
New British Gas 'mandatory' rule slammed and customers say 'not a chance' https://t.co/lxXppkakLY
IEA energy analyst Andy Mayer says “you should have total control of your home” after the British Gas boss called for mandatory smart meters. “I don’t want somebody sitting in a remote call centre deciding that my fridge is going off”. @iancollinsuk https://t.co/IhXADNGexM
British Gas boss slammed over calls for ‘mandatory’ smart meters as customers ‘overcharged’ https://t.co/8IAzHpoZYe #BritishGas #energy #energybills
Martin Lewis warns British Gas, OVO, EDF, Octopus customers who 'don't want smart meter' https://t.co/MWOXam2837
Smart meters should be “mandatory” in every household in order to help meet net zero targets, the boss of British Gas has said ⬇️ https://t.co/UUynmBRduv
Smart move by £8.2m a year British Gas boss: get people debating smart meters rather than the need to stop using gas https://t.co/JcCWp73lh9
British Gas customers could face 'mandatory' smart meter roll out https://t.co/NbGEzJCQ1k
Martin Lewis issues £2,300 warning to OVO customers and says 'something's wrong' https://t.co/RHCNd5FvSq