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Written question asked by Lord Cameron of Lochiel (Conservative) on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 July 2025. It was answered by Lord Wilson of Sedgefield (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 July 2025 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Energy: Meters

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government how many (1) residential, and (2) business, properties have a Radio Teleswitch Service meter in Scotland, broken down by local authority area.

Answer

The Department does not hold local authority level data on RTS meters in residences or businesses. Ofgem data shows that as of 30 May, 105,879 RTS meters remain in premises in Scotland.

Energy suppliers have contacted all premises with RTS meters and Ofgem is encouraging customers to book an appointment to ensure they are provided with a replacement meter as soon as possible.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL8751
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Energy Meters Scotland
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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