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RTS meter shutdown and what it means for you

The Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meters are an integral part of energy management for many UK households, especially those on off-peak tariffs such as Economy 7 or Economy 10.

If you are one of the customers who benefit from these systems, it’s crucial to know that RTS meters are scheduled for shutdown, which will impact how your energy usage is managed. In this article, we explain the shutdown, its effects, and how it will affect your electricity billing and usage.

What are RTS meters?

RTS meters are designed to provide customers with the ability to take advantage of cheaper off-peak electricity rates. The meter works by using radio signals to switch between off-peak and peak rates at designated times. For households with electric heating or water heating systems, this setup ensures that they can store energy at cheaper rates, optimising energy costs.

RTS meters are commonly used in conjunction with specific tariffs like Economy 7 or Economy 10, where electricity is cheaper during night-time hours. These meters are controlled remotely via radio signals from the energy supplier, ensuring that customers can automatically switch between tariff periods without manual intervention.

The RTS switch off means that from 1 July 2025, RTS meters will stop functioning properly.

Who Will Be Affected?

  • Consumers on Off-Peak Tariffs: If you’re on Economy 7 or Economy 10, which relies on RTS meters to switch between peak and off-peak times, you’ll need to prepare for the changes.
  • Electric Heating and Storage Heater Users: Customers who use electric heating or storage heaters, which work best with off-peak electricity, may need to explore alternatives for managing energy costs.
  • Energy Suppliers: Suppliers will also need to replace these meters and find alternative solutions to manage energy usage for their customers effectively.

What Happens Next?

You must get in touch with your energy supplier as soon as possible to organise a meter exchange.