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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) switch off

18 June 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

Proposed by Miatta Fahnbulleh Lab Co-op Peckham

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At a glance

Key points

  • Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) will be phased out by June 30th.
  • The phase out will start with a limited number of homes and businesses in specific local areas.
  • Supplier readiness will be closely monitored to protect vulnerable consumers.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the phased approach to switching off the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) by June 30th.

Action requested

My department has worked with industry and Ofgem to ensure a more controlled phase out of RTS meters, starting with a small number of homes and businesses in targeted local areas. The government will monitor supplier readiness closely and protect vulnerable consumers throughout the process.

Key facts

  • As of May 30th, 2025, there are 314,935 RTS meters still in premises.
  • Ofgem is consulting on introducing new RTS-specific licence conditions for energy suppliers to ensure minimal impact on consumers during meter replacement.
  • Over 100,000 RTS meters are installed in Scotland.
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