Martin Lewis Urges Overhaul of Faulty Smart Meter Rollout

Consumer advocate warns that millions of malfunctioning devices could undermine UK's net zero goals.

An estimated 19% of smart meters in the UK are malfunctioning, according to Martin Lewis.
Lewis has called for a shift in government targets from installing new meters to repairing existing ones.
Faulty meters have led to shock bills, with some customers charged thousands of pounds erroneously.
The government aims to have smart meters in 75% of homes by 2025, but current installation rates are slowing.
Industry experts stress the importance of functional smart meters for managing energy use and achieving net zero targets.