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Ofgem could force energy suppliers to pay rivals if they lure customers with cheaper deals

Regulator for Great Britain weighs up reintroducing market stabilisation charge to prevent firms going bust Energy suppliers could be forced to pay a charge…

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The Guardian reports: Regulator for Great Britain weighs up reintroducing market stabilisation charge to prevent firms going bust Energy suppliers could be forced to pay a charge to rivals if they lure customers with cheaper deals, as the industry regulator for Great Britain attempts to prevent suppliers going bust this winter.

This business story centres on the United Kingdom. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Regulator for Great Britain, Energy and Great Britain.

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United Kingdom · Europe
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The Guardian
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Regulator for Great Britain, Energy, Great Britain, MSC
Section
Business

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