Tag: customer protection
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Nova Scotia Power Leaders Skip Rate-Hike Hearing as Public Scrutiny Intensifies
Background: A New Approach to Oversight The public hearing on this year’s and the next year’s rate increase for Nova Scotia Power (NSP) marks a notable departure from recent practice. Traditionally, the company’s senior executives have attended proceedings to answer questions from the energy board, provide context for proposed tariffs, and reassure customers about reliability…
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Nova Scotia Power’s Estimated Billing Leaves Customers Stunned
What happened with the bills Nova Scotia Power customers are reporting unexpectedly high charges this year, with some bills arriving well above typical levels. One widely cited case involved a customer who received an estimated bill of $2,755.78 for service from July through September, a figure that dwarfed the two prior charges. The situation has…
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Standard Insurance S.C. Set to Become Ethiopia’s 19th Insurance Provider
Overview: A New Player in Ethiopia’s Insurance Landscape Standard Insurance S.C. is preparing to enter the Ethiopian insurance market in the coming days, positioning itself as the country’s 19th insurance company. This expansion is notable in a market that has long been characterized by relatively low insurance penetration compared with regional peers. For Ethiopian citizens…