Jump in power bills shocks consumers, Meralco defends rates

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A consumer rights group finds it unbelievable that electricity consumption would increase 3 or 4 times in just a month, but Meralco says May bills were based on 'true and actual readings.'

POWER. Meralco linemen fixing a power line after an electric spark was reported in Mandaluyong City. Photo by Rob Reyes/Rapplerfor what they said was the sudden jump in power bills for the month of May, during the coronavirus lockdown.

"We cannot help but feel that Meralco is using the ECQ as a convenient scapegoat to cover up their shortcomings," Arances said.In a statement, Meralco spokesperson Joe Zaldarriaga sought to explain the jump in May bills compared to those for the previous months. But for May bills, Meralco said these are already based on actual readings, which may explain the increase.

The power distributor maintained that meter reading activities continue to be accurate and transparent, but P4P is not convinced. Unpaid bills with due dates from March 1 to May 15 should be converted into 4 equal monthly installments.

 

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