CLEAN : Prepay meters worsen energy inequality in UK

The video discusses the speaker's daily, weekly, and monthly energy usage and costs, highlighting the financial strain and anxiety caused by rising energy prices. It emphasizes the challenges faced by those using prepayment meters and calls for government intervention to prevent forced transfers to such meters. The speaker argues that policymakers lack understanding of the real-life impact of energy costs on households.

What is the total cost of gas and electricity mentioned for a single day?

• £34.00

• £42.00

• £20.00

• £6.78

What is a major concern for people using prepayment meters?

• The need to constantly monitor usage

• The inability to switch providers

• The anxiety of running out of credit

• The lack of online payment options

What happens if there is no money on a prepayment meter?

• Gas and electricity are cut off

• The meter automatically refills

• A fine is imposed

• The meter sends a warning signal

What does the speaker suggest the government should do regarding prepayment meters?

• Provide subsidies for prepayment users

• Ban the forced transfer to prepayment meters

• Increase the cost of prepayment meters

• Introduce a new type of meter

How many households in the UK are facing difficult decisions about heating?

• 5 million

• 7 million

• 3 million

• 1 million