What Happens If Your Energy Supplier Goes Bust? Ofgem SoLR Explained
If your energy supplier fails, Ofgem's SoLR process keeps supply running. 30 suppliers failed in 2021-2022. Credit balance recovery, switching restrictions explained.
If your energy supplier fails, Ofgem's SoLR process keeps supply running. 30 suppliers failed in 2021-2022. Credit balance recovery, switching restrictions explained.
14 Jun 2026 · 3 min read
Ofgem TPI licensing for business energy brokers expected 2027. Undisclosed commission scandal, PS2bn class action and your rights against broker mis-selling explained.
14 Jun 2026 · 4 min read
Under Ofgem rules, a domestic energy switch should complete within 8 weeks. This is the maximum time allowed for the transfer from your old supplier to the new one. The 8-week period starts when you request the switch, and your new supplier must handle the process.
6 Sep 2026 · 10 min read
Smart meters are not mandatory. Ofgem rules on faulty meters, remote prepayment switching restrictions and SMETS1 vs SMETS2 compatibility explained. June 2026.
14 Jun 2026 · 3 min read
What energy suppliers must do under Ofgem licence conditions: price cap compliance, 8-week complaint response, Priority Services Register and Energy Ombudsman participation.
14 Jun 2026 · 4 min read
Ofgem price cap explained: quarterly unit rate maximums on default tariffs, what it does and does not cap, fixed tariff comparison and supplier overcharging rights.
14 Jun 2026 · 4 min read
In 2026, complain to your energy supplier first. If they do not resolve the issue within 8 weeks, escalate to the Energy Ombudsman. The Ombudsman investigates and can order a remedy, but only after the supplier has had the chance to respond.
6 Sep 2026 · 10 min readGet Kael Tripton in your Google feed
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