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Are all consumers likely to benefit from the commitments in the Energy Charter?

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The Consumer Energy Charter is designed to help consumers in need. Its protections extend to all households, however in practice, it’s expected that customers in debt or who are vulnerable because of age, disability or chronic illness, are more likely to avail of the protections it offers.

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