Hidden Commissions,‑Fi”uble Bills: The Energy Battle‑Field
It turns out that some energy giants have been playing a game of secret tip‑off to brokers, who hand out hidden cash in exchange for signing up customers. The result? Bills for small businesses, schools, charities, and more have gone up by billions of pounds.
What the Lawyers Are Claiming
Har, c and Parker (yes, that’s a cheeky abbreviation for Harcus Parker) just kicked off a group lawsuit by sending “before‑action” letters to the big three energy suppliers. They’re seeking justice for clients who never saw a gap in the price paid to the brokers.
- Suppliers allegedly laughed off the fact that the energy they promised was no cheaper than what was actually sent to the last‑minute broker.
- In the last two decades, the brokers ate up up to 50 % of the bill, all while customers stayed blissfully clueless.
- Folks from factories to faith groups have been the accidental “mullahs” of this scheme.
Meet Nimisha “Mighty” Raja
At 59, Nimisha took her homemade snacks from a cramped kitchen to a 10,000‑sq‑ft factory in Sittingbourne. She runs Nim’s Fruit Crisps, supplying big names like Tesco and Pret a Manger.
She signed a gas contract via a broker in November 2021, assuming nothing was out of the ordinary – no broker ever mentioned a commission. Unfortunately, her monthly gas bill leapt from roughly £2,500/£3,000 to a staggering £15,000, then back to around £5,000‑£6,000 – but it’s still a heavy blow.
“It’s a roller‑coaster that absolutely hurts the business,” Nimisha says. “We can’t charge our customers extra, so we just have to swallow this loss.”
Har, c and Parker estimate Nimisha could recover about £18,000 – a concrete incentive to join the fight.
Why This Matters to Every Energy‑Customer
- Every non‑domestic customer could be paying a hidden fee that the government’s subsidy does not cover.
- From April, the government will only subsidize 2 p/kWh – a stark drop that leaves many companies vulnerable.
- Galloping commissions might wipe out profits or drive some to shut their doors.
Big Numbers, Small Relief
According to Har, c and Parker:
- Estimated 2 million customers pay commissions at any given time.
- Claims waiting for a ~£20,000 average restitution per client.
- Long‑term contracts could lead to claims exceeding £1 million.
- They’ve secured over £10 million in litigation funding, expecting the debts owed by suppliers to top out at £2 billion.
“We’re On the Frontlines” – A Partner’s Vows
Damon Parker, senior partner at the firm, states:
“A thousands of businesses in London unknowingly pay more energy because values are siphoned to sly brokers. The sabotage is getting even worse now that subsidies have slashed. If we can recover those sums, we’ll help keep businesses afloat.”
Is Your Business Eligible?
• If you used an energy broker and never saw the pay‑ins to the broker.
• If your energy bill has spiked unexpectedly.
• If you’re a non‑domestic customer in London or elsewhere.
Wrong. If you fit any of those descriptions, reach out to Har, c and Parker. They offer no‑win, no‑fee representation, backed by strong litigation funding and insurance. That means you could get a shot at reclaiming your hidden commissions.
Take Action Today
Save your hard‑earned money no longer hidden in the shadows. Join the collective fight, or at least talk to a lawyer—just remarking that the industry’s suspects can leave your pockets deflated.
