I can’t get my hands on one

MUM-OF-TWO Nicole Ratcliffe fears her energy consumption is running away with her — but can’t get a smart meter.

The 41-year-old requested one from supplier British Gas, to help her keep track of usage. But the firm said this would not be possible due to ‘challenges’ in installing new devices.

Nicole, from Manchester, says: ‘ I was surprised. I thought everybody was being pressured into getting the meters.’

British Gas is investigating.