Customers to be given choice over unpopular fee
The managing director of Manx Gas says the most recent standing charge structure was introduced "with the best of intentions", but admits it wasn't executed as well as it could've been.
Ian Plenderleith, who has been in the role for the last twelve months, told Manx Radio the plan was designed to help consumers: (play audio)
Soon, Manx Gas customers will have a choice - whether to stick with the current pricing structure which incorporates a monthly standing charge, or revert to the previous system with higher unit tariff.

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