
Octopus Energy Warns UK Households: Act Now or Face Being Cut Off
Hey everyone, there’s some urgent news from Octopus Energy that could affect a lot of UK households. If you or someone you know still has an old Radio Teleswitch (RTS) meter, now’s the time to take action—because these meters are being switched off by June 30, 2025. And if you don’t upgrade, you might be left without heating, hot water, or even electricity.
RTS meters have been around since the 1980s and rely on longwave radio signals from the BBC to switch between peak and off-peak tariff rates. The problem? The equipment that broadcasts these signals is becoming obsolete, and it's being shut down. This change could impact around 600,000 customers across the UK. If you have an RTS meter and don’t upgrade, your heating and hot water could stop working, and you may even face higher electricity bills if your meter gets stuck on peak-time rates.
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Now, Octopus Energy isn’t just warning customers—they’re also fast-tracking upgrades to smart meters for those affected. They’ve deployed additional engineers and are prioritizing meter swaps to ensure households don’t lose power when the deadline hits. Smart meters aren’t just a replacement; they come with benefits like real-time energy tracking, access to cheaper smart tariffs, and even participation in free-energy periods when the grid has excess green energy.
For Octopus customers making the switch, they’re also offering a free Octopus Home Mini. This little device connects to your smart meter and gives you real-time visibility of your energy use and costs. It’s a useful tool to help manage your consumption and keep bills in check.
If you’re not sure whether you have an RTS meter, check near your electricity meter—there might be a large black box labeled “Radio Teleswitch.” If you’re still unsure, contact your energy provider. Even if you’re with a different supplier, you still need to act. Octopus Energy is urging all affected households—regardless of their supplier—to book their meter exchange as soon as possible.
This transition is part of a bigger push towards smart energy solutions in the UK, giving consumers more control over their usage and costs while helping the country shift towards a more sustainable energy future. But the key takeaway here? If you have an RTS meter, don’t wait. The switch-off is happening soon, and acting now can save you from major headaches—and unexpected power cuts—later on.
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