Thousands to be left without HOT WATER due to energy meter switch-off

THOUSANDS of households are at risk of being left without heating and hot water in weeks due to a shortage of smart meter appointments. 

Homes with electricity meters that use the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) need to upgrade to a smart meter before June 30 – when the service is being switched off.

GettyCustomers have said they cannot get an appointment to replace their RTS meter by the June 30 deadline[/caption]

Some RTS meters automatically turn the heating and hot water...