# Rogue UK energy bosses and brokers face crackdown on mis-selling

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/rogue-uk-energy-bosses-and-brokers-face-crackdown-on-mis-selling/
- Published: 2026-11-04T06:00:27+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-04T07:33:16+00:00
- Original publisher: The Guardian (publisher lean: Left)
- Original article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/nov/04/rogue-energy-bosses-and-brokers-face-crackdown-on-mis-selling
- Topics: Business, Politics, UK, World

## Key points

- Ofgem would regulate energy brokers and curb mis-selling.
- The changes are expected to save businesses over £100m a year.
- The bill also targets inefficient rentals and new fracking licences.

## Summary

The government plans to give Ofgem stronger powers to tackle energy suppliers and brokers that mis-sell contracts, including ordering compensation, issuing fines and banning rogue operators. Brokers, who are currently largely unregulated, will come under Ofgem’s remit, and executives could face restrictions on bonuses when their companies break the rules.

The measures are part of the energy independence bill, due to be introduced on Wednesday, and are expected to save businesses more than £100m a year by tackling hidden commissions and mis-selling. The bill would also let councils fine landlords up to £30,000 for failing to meet energy efficiency standards, and introduce a moratorium on new onshore fracking licences in England, with exceptions for some lower-volume operations.

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