MoneyWeek news quiz: Can you get smart meter compensation?

New smart meter rules have come into effect, which mean consumers with faulty smart meters could now get automatic compensation. They will qualify if the customer reports a problem with their smart meter but the supplier doesn’t then provide a resolution plan within five working days.

The new smart meter rules also extend to those who have to wait more than six weeks for an appointment to have one fitted, and if their installation appointment fails due to a supplier fault.

Meanwhile, the February’s Premium Bonds prize draw meant that millions of savers across the country woke up richer – with two lucky winners suddenly finding themselves millionaires.

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And in economic news, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met this week to decide where to take interest rates in their first meeting of 2026.

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